Four Elms Primary School
Academy converter primary school in Edenbridge (Kent).
Location
iSchool location from Get Information about Schools. Nearby schools are coloured by phase. Open Map+ for a full-screen map with neighbourhood deprivation (England only).About
At Four Elms we are committed to achieving the highest aspirations for ourselves, both personally and as learners. We empower ourselves by making choices that will create the future we desire.
An enriched, inspirational curriculum gives us the opportunity to develop courage and grit from within, allowing us to overcome any obstacle in our way and tackle new situations with enthusiasm and determination. Every day we grow in independence to become self-confident and resilient learners, enjoyed both in the classroom and beyond.
A culture of reflection is promoted for all, enabling us to learn from our mistakes and celebrate our achievements. Respect is shown for ourselves, others and the world around us. I hope the website gives you the information you need but if not do not hesitate to contact us. Miss J Fermor and Mrs A Cheddie (Head of School) Head of School Miss J Fermor & Mrs A Cheddie
In the school’s own words, from the school website.
Enrichment
14 activitiesiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.- Archery
- Choir
- Computing
- Cooking
- Cross Country
- Dance
- Football
- Lego
- Music
- Netball
- Swimming
- Yoga
- Philosophy for Children (P4C)
- Forest School
Awards
2 awardsiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.- Inclusion Quality MarkInclusion
- UNICEF Rights Respecting SchoolsChildren's rights
Key facts
- URN
- 149976
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 5 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Nursery
- No Nursery Classes
- Local authority
- Kent
- Constituency
- Tonbridge
- Setting
- Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city
- Opened
- 2023
Governing body (7 current, 3 former)
iAcademy trust: local governing body and trust board.Leadership
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Chris Wright | Shared Chair of Local Governing Body - Establishment | Appointed by trustees | since 2024 · until 2028 |
Full governing body
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs Anna Cheddie | Local Governor | Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal | since 2026 · until 2030 |
| Mrs Anna Cheddie | Shared Local Governor - Establishment | Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal | since 2026 · until 2035 |
| Mrs Karen Gosling | Shared Local Governor - Establishment | Elected by parents | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Miss Colette McCarthy | Shared Local Governor - Establishment | Parent appointed by GB/board due to no election candidates | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Mrs Pam Scott | Shared Local Governor - Establishment | Appointed by trustees | since 2024 · until 2028 |
| Mrs Jude Johnson | Shared Governance Professional - EstablishmentGovernance professional | since 2023 | |
| Mr Adam Woodward Former | Shared Local Governor - Establishment | Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal | since 2024 · term ended 2026 |
| Mrs Anna Cheddie Former | Shared Local Governor - Establishment | Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal | since 2024 · term ended 2026 |
| Miss Jess Fermor Former | Shared Local Governor - Establishment | Appointed by GB/board | since 2023 · term ended 2026 |
Source: Department for Education, Get Information about Schools (governance records, as at 1 November 2026). Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Names are shown as published; there are no addresses or contact details. Current and former are worked out from term end dates when the page loads. Object or ask for removal · Report an issue with this record