Welcome to Shipbourne School
Shipbourne Primary School is a small village school situated in the beautiful countryside of Kent. It is a small school which has served the community since 1852, where pupils are known, valued and supported exceptionally well as individuals. Strong relationships, high levels of care and an inclusive ethos underpin all aspects of school life. Our mixed-age structure, inclusive ethos and strong community relationships are central to our approach. With a significant proportion of pupils identified as SEND, neurodiverse and/or requiring additional support, our improvement strategy focuses on ensuring that every pupil can participate, belong and succeed within an ambitious curriculum. We recognise that excellence lies not in lowering expectations but in ensuring every pupil can access, participate in and succeed within an ambitious curriculum.
Our children come from the immediate vicinity and further afield from villages, such as Hadlow and Plaxtol, as well as Tonbridge. We have capacity for approximately 60 pupils, and currently have four classes – Tinley (Reception/Year 1), Hampton (Year 2/3), Fairlawne (Year 4/5/) and Oak (Year 6). Our unique setting and school structure allow for focused teaching to meet the ability and personality of the child; staff get to know the pupils quickly and tailor their lessons to facilitate effective learning for all. We take great pride in our nurturing environment and everyone is treated as part of a family: all lives are enriched through sharing and collaborating as we prepare the children for an exciting future in which they can be both independent and aware of the feelings and needs of others.