Headteacher: Mrs L Buckland
Chair of Governors: Mr R Gregory
General Enquiries
Please address general enquiries to Mrs M. Saffrey
St Laurence-in-Thanet Church of England Junior Academy
Newington Road
Ramsgate
Kent CT11 0QX England
01843 592257
web: http://www.stlaurencejuniors.co.uk
email: info@stlaurencejuniors.co.uk
Admissions
2026-2027 admissions policy and criteria
2025-2026 admissions policy and criteria
2024-2025 admissions policy and criteria
Please follow the link below to view information about the admissions appeals timetable.
KCC Admissions Appeals Service
Term Dates
Please find 2025-2026 term dates here
Multi Academy Trust
St Laurence CE Junior Academy is proud to be part of Aquila, The Diocese of Canterbury Academies Trust.
Aquila, The Diocese of Canterbury Academies Trust
Suites 19 & 20, Motis Business Centre
Cheriton High Street
Folkestone
CT19 4QJ
Telephone: 01303 905100
The Diocese of Canterbury Academies Trust is a company limited by guarantee, incorporated in England and Wales.
Company number: 09035788
Registered office: Diocesan House, Lady Wootton’s Green, Canterbury
Financial information about Aquila, including the gender pay gap report and most recent copy of the company accounts can be found here.
Performance Data
Please click below to view our school performance data and key information:
Aquila Performance, Results and Key Information
St Laurence Curriculum
At St Laurence CE Junior Academy, we are proud to offer a broad, balanced and engaging curriculum that inspires children to develop a love of learning and achieve their full potential. Our curriculum is carefully designed to build knowledge, skills and understanding progressively across all year groups, whilst reflecting the needs and interests of our children and community.
Through a rich range of subjects and experiences, we aim to develop confident, resilient and curious learners who are prepared for the next stage of their education and for life beyond the classroom. Alongside academic achievement, our curriculum promotes creativity, independence, wellbeing and strong moral values rooted in our Christian ethos.
For more detailed information about individual subjects, including curriculum intent, progression and key knowledge and skills, please visit our subject pages.
Pupil Premium
Please see the documents below for detailed information about our Pupil Premium funding, including our strategy, planned spending and the impact of previous funding.
We carefully consider the needs of our children and use this funding to provide targeted support, high-quality teaching, pastoral provision and enrichment opportunities that enable all pupils to succeed within school and beyond.
At St Laurence CE Junior Academy, we are committed to ensuring that every child has the opportunity to flourish and achieve their full potential, regardless of their background or circumstances. Pupil Premium funding is used to provide additional support and opportunities for eligible pupils, helping to remove barriers to learning and improve both academic outcomes and emotional wellbeing.
Pupil Premium Funding information
SEND information
Mrs Mountjoy is our Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (SENCO) and can be contacted via the school office on 01843 592257.
At St Laurence CE Junior Academy, we are committed to providing an inclusive environment where every child is valued, supported and encouraged to achieve their full potential. We recognise that children learn in different ways and work closely with families, staff and external professionals to ensure that pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) receive the support they need to flourish both academically and personally.
For more detailed guidance about our SEND provision, support pathways and inclusive practice, please visit our dedicated SEND pages.
Accessibility
Please see below for our Accessibility Policy, outlining how we ensure equal access and opportunities for all members of our school community.
Charging and Remissions Policy
Please see below for our Charging and Remissions Policy, which explains when charges may be made for school activities and the support available to families.
Articles of Association
Please see below for Aquila MAT’s Articles of Association and funding agreements.
Aquila MAT articles and funding agreements
GDPR and Data Protection
St Laurence CE Junior Academy is part of Aquila, The Diocese of Canterbury Academies Trust. The Trust is committed to ensuring that personal data is handled securely and in accordance with current data protection legislation.
For the most up-to-date GDPR information, including Privacy Notices and data protection policies, please visit the Aquila Trust website:
http://www.aquilatrust.co.uk/1357/gdpr
If you have any data protection queries, the Aquila Trust Data Protection Officer can be contacted at: DPO@aquilatrust.co.uk
Parent View
We value the views and feedback of our parents and carers. Parent View gives families the opportunity to share their opinions about our school, including what we are doing well and areas where we can continue to improve.
Leave your comments about our school.
Governor Information
Our Governing Body plays an important role in supporting and challenging the school to ensure the best possible outcomes for all pupils. Governors work closely with school leaders and the Trust to help shape the strategic direction of the school and uphold our values and vision.
For further information about our Governors, including membership, responsibilities and attendance, please visit our Governors section.
School Behaviour Policy
At St Laurence CE Junior Academy, we are committed to creating a calm, safe and respectful environment where all children can learn and flourish. Our behaviour approach is rooted in our Christian values and focuses on building positive relationships, promoting responsibility and supporting children to make good choices.
We believe that clear expectations, consistency and strong pastoral support help children to feel secure and successful within school. Our behaviour policy outlines the systems, routines and support we use to encourage positive behaviour and ensure that all members of our school community are treated with kindness and respect.
Please see the document below for full details of our Behaviour Policy.