Foundation school · Kent

Joy Lane Primary Foundation School

Primary
Ages 1–11

Term dates

Foundation schools 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

Places for Reception and junior school are applied for through your home council, not the school.

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About and location

Type: Foundation school
Phase: Primary
Ages: 1–11
Pupils: 621 (capacity 630)
Gender: Mixed
Academy trust: The Coastal Alliance Co-operative Trust
Phone: 01227261430
Address: Joy Lane, Whitstable, CT5 4LT
Website: joylane.kent.sch.uk

Official school record, including Ofsted reports

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