Churchill Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Westerham, TN16 1EZ · Kent · primary school
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225th 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 6.0/10 against 2,479 of them, against 5.1/10 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 | 68.0 · 60 | 62% | 3.70 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 38% | 1.36 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Churchill Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 68.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 4.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.1 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 203 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
With 7 places currently available, how does the school manage waiting lists for specific entry years? How does the curriculum support pupils aiming for the higher standard in maths, where the school’s 4.0% sits below the national median of 7%? What specific activities take place during the breakfast and after-school clubs?
What Ofsted said about Churchill Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Overview
Pupils enjoy attending this school, feeling safe and well-supported by nurturing staff within a respectful community. The curriculum is described as “broad and ambitious,” with early years provision rated as outstanding for its precise planning and focus on communication. While most pupils achieve well and display positive attitudes, some gaps in knowledge accumulation and persistent absence remain.
Strengths
- Early years provision is “planned with precision,” helping children develop confidence and complex vocabulary.
- Pupils are “fluent readers with a love of different stories,” supported by consistent phonics teaching and effective interventions.
- Relationships are founded on respect, with pupils being “incredibly kind to each other” and bullying being a “rare occurrence.”
- Staff feel valued through initiatives like ‘Friday flowers’, contributing to a positive “family feel” and effective professional development.
- The school provides appropriate adaptations for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), who “achieve well.”
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, leaders must ensure a “clear sequence of knowledge and skills” is embedded so pupils can recall key knowledge and link it to previous learning.
- The school needs to continue supporting a small number of pupils, including some disadvantaged pupils, to attend school regularly, as their attendance is not improving quickly enough.
Safeguarding
The report states that “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 | 53% |
| 2023/24 | 53% |
| 2024/25 | 68% |
| 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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
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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