Herne Church of England Junior School
Herne Bay, CT6 7AL · Kent · primary school
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18th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 9.3/10 against 4,133 of them, against 9.0/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 81.0 · 89 | 40% | 3.57 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 19.0 · 90 | 25% | 2.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Herne Church of England Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 81.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 19.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (9.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.0 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in December 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the School Council, Equality Ambassadors, Orchestra, and Boys' percussion club. The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 375 pupils against a stated capacity of 360. 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
What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the expected standard? How are the breakfast and after-school clubs structured to support daily routines?
What Ofsted said about Herne Church of England Junior School
Overview
Herne Church of England Junior School continues to be an outstanding school, characterised by a strong sense of community where relationships are "positive and supportive". The report highlights a "highly effective curriculum" that enables all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, to achieve exceptionally well.
Strengths
- Staff hold "high expectations" of pupils, who are proud to demonstrate core values such as "community, compassion, forgiveness, generosity and hope".
- The curriculum is "highly effective and ambitious", with staff using "strong, expert subject knowledge" to ensure pupils have a "highly secure understanding" of their learning.
- Reading instruction is "especially strong", featuring "clear and systematic teaching" in phonics and a focus on core skills like retrieval and inference.
- Pupils behave "exceptionally well", showing consideration for others and engaging confidently in lessons and leadership roles.
- Personal development is robust, with pupils participating in diverse clubs and community activities, including fundraising for those in need.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
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 | 87% |
| 2023/24 | 88% |
| 2024/25 | 81% |
| 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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