Sheerness is a seaside town on the Isle of Sheppey in Kent, offering a close-knit community and a range of outdoor activities. The town has a strong sense of history and a growing arts scene. With its 15 schools, Sheerness provides a variety of educational options for families. The quality of life is generally good, with a mix of old and new housing and a range of local amenities.

Known for Sheerness Dockyard, Isle of Sheppey, Seaside resort, Historic maritime heritage

Climate Temperate maritime with cool winters and mild summers

Cost of Living Relatively affordable compared to other parts of Kent

Family Friendly Plenty of green spaces, a beach, and a range of family activities

Education in Sheerness

Sheerness has a mix of state and independent schools
Some schools have specialist status in areas like arts or technology
The town is close to Canterbury Christ Church University and the University of Kent

Did you know? Sheerness was a major dockyard in the 18th and 19th centuries and is still home to a busy port today

Schools in Sheerness

Minster in Sheppey Primary School

St Georges CofE (Aided) Primary School

St Edward's Catholic Primary School

Curly's Farm and School

Eastchurch Church of England Primary School

EKC Sheppey Secondary

Halfway Houses Primary School

Leigh Academy Minster

Nore Academy

Richmond Primary School

Rose Street Primary School

St. Clement's CofE Primary School

The Elmley Dray School

Thistle Hill Academy

West Minster Primary School

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