Academy · Kent

Amherst School

Primary
Ages 7–11

Term dates

Academys can set their own term dates. Many follow Kent council's dates, shown below as a guide, but check with the school, especially for INSET days.

2026/27

2027/28

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Admissions

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About and location

Type: Academy
Phase: Primary
Ages: 7–11
Pupils: 385 (capacity 384)
Gender: Mixed
Academy trust: AMHERST SCHOOL (ACADEMY) TRUST
Phone: 01732452577
Address: Witches Lane, Riverhead, Sevenoaks, TN13 2AX
Website: amherst.kent.sch.uk

Official school record, including Ofsted reports

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