Hartlip Endowed Church of England Primary School
Sittingbourne, ME9 7TL · Kent · primary school
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384th 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 3,892 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.6/10 among them, against 3.4/10 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 | 53.0 · 24 | 40% | 0.96 |
| Ofsted | 10 | 35% | 0.34 |
| 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.
Hartlip Endowed Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 53.0% 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 2.6 out of 10 among them, against 3.4 out of 10 nationally. The most recent inspection took place in June 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Singing Squad, School Band, School Choir, Tuck Shop, and Worship Leaders, participate in Huff Puff, and attend Forest School trips. Both a breakfast club and an after-school club are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 104 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 does a typical day look like for a child joining the Worship Leaders group?
What Ofsted said about Hartlip Endowed Church of England Primary School
Overview
Hartlip Endowed Church of England Primary School is described as a small institution where pupils feel they belong and are well prepared for the next stage of their education. The report highlights a "kind, supportive ethos" underpinned by positive relationships, with leaders taking swift action to address barriers to learning and wellbeing. While achievement in reading and writing is improving, the report notes that further work is required to secure knowledge in mathematics.
Strengths
- Pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities and disadvantaged pupils, make "successful progress from their starting points."
- Attendance has improved significantly and is now "in line with national figures" due to effective tracking and support.
- The curriculum is "broad, ambitious and well-ordered," with a strong priority on reading that helps pupils access complex learning.
- Staff create a "calm, safe and nurturing environment" in the early years, helping children settle quickly and develop independence.
- Leaders have fostered an "inclusive culture where diversity is celebrated," ensuring every pupil is valued and supported.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure the curriculum is "consistently taught well" to embed highly effective teaching across the school, particularly addressing inconsistencies in mathematics.
- Leaders should continue to monitor closely the performance of vulnerable pupils to ensure they achieve well over time, including in mathematics.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns are actively identified and managed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 20% |
| 2023/24 | 50% |
| 2024/25 | 53% |
| 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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