Brenchley and Matfield Church of England Primary School
Tonbridge, TN12 7NY · Kent · primary school
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136th of 425 primary schools in Kent we can score, 460 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 6.6/10 against 4,294 of them, against 7.0/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 67.0 · 57 | 40% | 2.28 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 19.0 · 90 | 25% | 2.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Brenchley and Matfield Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 67.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 19.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (6.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.0 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2024.
Getting in
The published school roll is 209 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the curriculum support pupils who are working towards the higher standard? What specific support is available for children who need extra help with reading?
What Ofsted said about Brenchley and Matfield Church of England Primary School
Overview
Brenchley and Matfield Church of England Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils embody values such as humility, compassion, and integrity. The report highlights a "language-rich approach" that empowers children, who speak with "authority and passion" about their learning and demonstrate strong character. Leaders are described as "dedicated and passionate," providing an "exceptionally strong professional development offer" for staff.
Strengths
- Pupils exhibit a "truly inclusive atmosphere" and treat each other with kindness, feeling safe and happy at school.
- The curriculum is "ambitious" and "broad and balanced," with carefully sequenced learning that builds pupils’ language and understanding effectively.
- Phonics teaching is "exceptionally successful," with results significantly above the national average and all pupils meeting the expected standard in 2023.
- Staff identify pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) effectively, providing explicit support planned into the curriculum.
- Pupils act as "active modern citizens," engaging in pupil-led campaigns and demonstrating a "broad worldview" through the citizenship curriculum.
Areas to improve
- The curriculum is not yet taught consistently and effectively in all subjects, meaning pupils do not achieve as well as they might.
- Staff require support to ensure the planned curriculum is followed closely and to address misconceptions that can slow pupils’ learning.
- Leaders should help staff check pupils’ understanding more rigorously to inform future teaching and build on prior knowledge.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 65% |
| 2023/24 | 86% |
| 2024/25 | 67% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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