Welcome To Staplehurst School!!!

Staplehurst School aims to provide a broad and balanced curriculum within the framework of the Early Learning Goals and the National Curriculum by persuing the following specific targets.

 We have had a recent OFSTED inspection - click here to see  

About our school...

"At Staplehurst School we believe that academic excellence will be achieved by developing positive attitudes towards a learning culture together with high expectations and a commitment to all aspects of life at school."

A brief history of Staplehurst village and its school

Staplehurst School has hugely benefited from the appointment of a new headteacher in September 2004 with a significantly improved Ofsted report and excellent recent Sats results. Well placed for continued positive development, Staplehurst's success is not limited to Ofsted with a new catering company now providing 'Jamie Oliver' style meals and a new multi purpose Junior Hall completed in February 2007. Although the website provides a flavour of Staplehurst, the school and it's long history, to truly appreciate what Staplehurst School can offer your children, please contact Mrs Annemarie Bolt to arrange a visit. Telephone 01580 891765 or email headteacher@staplehurst.kent.sch.uk.

Staplehurst is a fairly large village, situated south of Maidstone, in the countryside on a stretch of an old Roman road (now known as the A229). The village has had a long history stretching back to the 12th Century, when the All Saint's Church (on the top of the hill) was built. By the 19th Century Staplehurst had become an established village and a desirable place to live, especially after being included on the new London-Dover train line. This train line through Staplehurst became famous in 1865 after the fatal train crash, which involved author Charles Dickens, who saved several people's lives after the train derailed due to a signal failure. 

Staplehurst School was established in 1873. The original school building, pictured on the left, is now the Village Centre. The school was in this building for over 100 years, including during the War - the old air raid shelters still remain on the grounds! During the 1960s the population of Staplehurst increased with the construction of many new houses, and the old school building could no longer accomodate the growing numbers of children in the village. A new school was built. Today's school (seen below from across the large school field) was completed in 1988.

The school now lies in the centre of the village and has around 400 pupils. There are eighteen classrooms, infant and junior halls and a modern computer suite. There are two libraries, four well-equipped playgrounds (including 'Zoneparc', adventure playgrounds and  two dedicated 'quiet' areas)  and a large sports' field. The school also benefits from a heated, outdoor swimming pool.

Our pupils move on from Staplehurst School to a variety of secondary schools and grammar schools in surrounding towns and villages including Cranbrook, Maidstone and Tonbridge.

Staplehurst School asks that all children wear the correct school uniform, and we are grateful for parental support in ensuring children and always smartly dressed. Our uniform is both economical and practical and adds to the ethos and identity of the school and its members. Where To Buy Standard uniform items, such as skirts, trousers, socks and shoes, are available from many high street stores. Items specific to Staplehurst School are available from Phillips Man's Shops, in Cranbrook High Street. Accessories For safety reasons, children are not allowed to wear jewellery to school. Children with pierced ears may wear plain studs only, as long as they are able to remove them for taking part in sports. Watches may be worn by children in Key Stage 2 (Years 3 - 6) as long as they are named and do not have an alarm. There is, however, a clock in every room at the school.   Please clearly label all of your child's uniform and possesions with his or her name! The school or KCC are not responsible for children's personal property. The naming of items is the parent's responsibilty. Woven name tags are available to order from the school office.
Key Stage 1 (Early Years, Years 1 & 2) Winter Uniform   GIRLS Grey pleated skirt, grey gym slip, or long grey trousers Open-necked white sports shirt No tie Regulation school cardigan or jumper  Grey or white socks or grey tights Black shoes (no high heels or trainers) BOYS Grey shorts or long trousers Open-necked white sports shirt No tie Regulation school jumper Grey socks Black shoes (not trainers)
Key Stage 1 (Early Years, Years 1 & 2) Summer Uniform   GIRLS Blue & White checked short sleeved dress Reguation school cardigan or jumper Black shoes (Sandals may be worn, but must be closed heel, for support and safety. No high heels or trainers) BOYS As per winter uniform Black shoes (no trainers)
Key Stage 2 (Years 3 - 6) Winter Uniform   GIRLS Grey pleated skirt, grey gym slip, or long grey trousers White long-sleeved blouse School tie Regulation school cardigan or jumper  Grey or white socks or grey tights Black shoes (no high heels or trainers) BOYS Grey shorts or long trousers White or grey shirt School tie Regulation school jumper Grey socks Black shoes (not trainers)
Key Stage 2 (Years 3 - 6) Summer Uniform   GIRLS Blue & White checked short sleeved dress Reguation school cardigan or jumper Black shoes (Sandals may be worn, but must be closed heal, for support and safety. No high heels or trainers) Year 6 Girls Only - To save parents unnecessary expense, Y6 girls may wear grey skirts/trousers for their whole final year, with a short-sleeved white blouse in the summer.   BOYS Grey shorts or long trousers Open necked white sports shirt Regulation school jumper Black shoes (not trainers)
PE Kit   Indoor PE kit Navy shorts Light blue regulation school PE      T Shirt   Outdoor PE Kit As above A plain tracksuit or warm top/trousers may be worn in cold weather Trainers or football boots as required