East Peckham Primary School
Tonbridge, TN12 5LH · Kent · primary school
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349th 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 3,927 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.5/10 among them, against 4.2/10 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 | 59.0 · 37 | 40% | 1.47 |
| Ofsted | 13 | 35% | 0.45 |
| 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.
East Peckham Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 59.0% 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 the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.5 out of 10 among them, against 4.2 out of 10 nationally. Ofsted inspected the school in December 2025 under the new framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Craft, Board Game, EPS Stars Singing, Film, and Rock Steady Clubs, alongside Swimming, Football, and Karate. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 207 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 support pupils who are below the expected standard in literacy? What specific support is available for the 3.5/10 performance in similar-intake comparisons?
What Ofsted said about East Peckham Primary School
Overview
East Peckham Primary School is described as a happy, ambitious and successful institution where pupils thrive in a "calm, orderly and respectful environment." The report highlights "highly developed" inclusive practices and a "relentless focus" on attendance, resulting in rates above the national average. While most areas meet the expected standard, attendance and behaviour are rated at a strong standard, reflecting the school’s effective support for disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs.
Strengths
- Attendance is "above the national average," with effective strategies to reduce unauthorised absences.
- Pupils behave "exceptionally well," showing courtesy and resolving conflicts independently or via peer mediators.
- Inclusive practice is "highly developed," ensuring disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND "thrive" through targeted support.
- Staff and leaders foster "warm and nurturing" relationships, creating a culture where pupils feel safe and supported.
- Governors provide effective oversight, holding leaders to account and ensuring pupil premium funding is used strategically.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure "consistently high-quality teaching" with precise instruction so pupils secure knowledge for future learning.
- Some teaching of the relationships and sex education (RSE) curriculum "lacks precision," meaning pupils’ recall of key content is not always secure.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with an "open culture" where concerns are actively identified and managed, ensuring 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 | 57% |
| 2023/24 | 57% |
| 2024/25 | 59% |
| 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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