Copperfield Academy
Gravesend, DA11 0RB · Kent · primary school
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270th 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 — 7.8/10 against 1,756 of them, against 6.3/10 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 | 72.0 · 71 | 40% | 2.83 |
| Ofsted | 12 | 35% | 0.40 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Copperfield Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 72.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.3 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted inspected the school in December 2025 under the new framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade.
Getting in
The published school roll is 459 pupils against a stated capacity of 480. 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 support pupils in reaching the higher standard in maths? What does the daily timetable look like for a Year 6 pupil? How does the school monitor progress between the separate Ofsted area grades?
What Ofsted said about Copperfield Academy
Overview
Copperfield Academy is a school where pupils "flourish" within a "highly positive culture of mutual respect." The report describes an environment where staff set high expectations, resulting in a "calm, purposeful atmosphere" that supports effective learning and strong personal development.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "impressive self-discipline" and "highly aspirational" attitudes, with bullying and prejudicial language "never tolerated."
- Attendance is "consistently high," supported by "highly effective" mentoring for pupils facing barriers.
- The curriculum is "broad and balanced," with "effective" teaching that ensures disadvantaged pupils often perform as well as their peers nationally.
- Inclusion is robust, with leaders quickly identifying needs and using "inclusive practices" to help all pupils succeed.
- Safeguarding standards are met, creating an "open culture" where concerns are actively managed and pupils "feel safe."
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure early years staff build "expert knowledge" to improve children's access to outdoor learning.
- Leaders should refine the approach to teaching spelling and grammar across the curriculum to better support writing achievement.
Safeguarding
The report confirms that safeguarding standards are met, noting that leaders have established an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and that "pupils are made safer and feel safe."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 38% |
| 2023/24 | 69% |
| 2024/25 | 72% |
| 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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