Schools in Whitstable
There are 9 schools in Whitstable on the Department for Education's official Get Information about Schools register, including 7 primary and 1 secondary schools, under Kent local authority. Every name links to the school's official record (data retrieved 5 June 2026).
A register, not an admissions guide
Primary schools in Whitstable (7)
- Joy Lane Primary Foundation SchoolFoundation school · CT5 4LT
- St Alphege Church of England Infant SchoolVoluntary controlled school · CT5 1DA
- St Mary's Catholic Primary School, WhitstableAcademy converter · CT5 2EY
- Swalecliffe Community Primary SchoolFoundation school · CT5 2PH
- Westmeads Community Infant SchoolCommunity school · CT5 1NA
- Whitstable and Seasalter Endowed Church of England Junior SchoolVoluntary aided school · CT5 1AY
- Whitstable Junior SchoolFoundation school · CT5 1DB
Secondary schools in Whitstable (1)
- The Whitstable SchoolAcademy converter · CT5 1PX
Other phases in Whitstable (1)
- The Far Academy CICSpecial post 16 institution · CT5 3QT
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Frequently asked questions
How many schools are there in Whitstable?
The Department for Education's official Get Information about Schools register lists 9 open schools with a Whitstable address (as of 5 June 2026), including 7 primary and 1 secondary schools. Schools open, close and convert over time, so always check the official record for the latest position.
Does living in Whitstable guarantee a place at these schools?
No. Each school's admissions are governed by its own policy and the local authority's coordinated process. Distance is often a tie-breaker behind criteria like siblings, faith and catchment, so being nearby helps but never guarantees a place. Always check the school's current admissions policy and last year's cut-off distance.
Where does this list come from?
Every school on this page comes from the Department for Education's official Get Information about Schools register, retrieved on 5 June 2026. Each name links to the school's official record, which is the place to verify details before relying on them.
How do I check the distance from a home to a school in Whitstable?
Use our free Find Schools Near a Postcode tool to see every school within a chosen radius of a postcode, or the School Distance Calculator to measure a specific home-to-school distance. Both use straight-line distance, which is a planning aid — local authorities may measure differently for admissions.