Challock Primary School
Ashford, TN25 4BU · Kent · primary school
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60th 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.
Narrow the comparison to the 4,195 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.3/10 among them, against 6.9/10 nationally. 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 | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 17.0 · 87 | 25% | 2.18 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Challock 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%. For the higher standard, the figure was 17.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in September 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.3 out of 10 among them, against 6.9 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils access clubs including Yoga, Disney Drawing, and French, alongside sports such as Netball, Tennis, and Cricket. Arts provision features Choir, Drumming, and Piano lessons, with trips to the London 02. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 212 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 school manage class sizes when the roll exceeds capacity by 2? What specific support is available for pupils aiming for the higher standard in maths? How are the various arts and music lessons scheduled alongside core curriculum time?
What Ofsted said about Challock Primary School
Overview
Challock Primary School is described as a "warm and ambitious" institution where pupils "prosper" and show "great enthusiasm for learning." The report highlights that pupils "thrive due to the strong relationships that they build with staff" and routinely strive to meet "teachers’ high standards."
Strengths
- Leaders have designed a "thoughtfully ordered, ambitious curriculum" that develops "inquisitive pupils who love learning."
- Pupils achieve "exceptionally well" in reading, writing, and mathematics, supported by "high-quality phonics teaching" from early years.
- Teachers possess "excellent subject knowledge" and use assessment "extremely effectively" to help pupils deepen their understanding.
- The school fosters a culture of "high expectations," resulting in "exceptionally well" behaved pupils and "nurturing and caring" relationships.
- Leaders provide a "vast range of high-quality opportunities," including educational trips and extracurricular activities, ensuring "no barriers" for disadvantaged pupils.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are "effective," with leaders ensuring appropriate checks are in place and responding "quickly to concerns" to keep children safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 80% |
| 2023/24 | 57% |
| 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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