Frittenden Church of England Primary School
Cranbrook, TN17 2DD · Kent · primary school
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42nd 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 — 8.7/10 against 3,909 of them, against 8.2/10 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 | 73.0 · 73 | 62% | 4.51 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 27.0 · 97 | 38% | 3.73 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Frittenden Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 73.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A further 27.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in the Kent Life Trip and a PGL Residential Trip.
Getting in
The published school roll is 100 pupils against a stated capacity of 105. 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 maths? What are the specific academic expectations for the PGL Residential Trip?
What Ofsted said about Frittenden Church of England Primary School
Overview
Pupils are described as “safe and happy” in this “small friendly school” where relationships are warm and values of “compassion, respect and joy” are central. The school has successfully raised expectations since its previous inspection, with a strengthened curriculum ensuring pupils are “well prepared for the next stages of their education.”
Strengths
- The curriculum is “broad and balanced,” with key knowledge “carefully identified” and teachers routinely checking pupil understanding.
- Reading is prioritised from Reception; pupils who struggle are “swiftly identified” and supported, with most becoming “fluent readers by the end of Year 2.”
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are “quickly identified” and given necessary help to access the curriculum.
- Behaviour is managed consistently through a new policy, and pupils “relish the opportunities” to take on leadership roles and contribute to the community.
- Staff appreciate support for their well-being, and governors are “well trained and well informed.”
Areas to improve
- Teaching does not always help pupils “deepen their knowledge effectively,” meaning some do not achieve as well as they could.
- Some pupils have poor attendance, causing them to “miss out on important learning and experiences.”
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 | 65% |
| 2023/24 | 67% |
| 2024/25 | 73% |
| 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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