Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School, Dartford
Dartford, DA1 5AF · Kent · primary school
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281st 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 — 3.1/10 against 3,465 of them, against 3.5/10 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 | 56.0 · 30 | 40% | 1.18 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 6.0 · 45 | 25% | 1.12 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School, Dartford overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 56.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 6.0% against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (3.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.5 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2023.
Getting in
The published school roll is 405 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 specific steps are taken to raise attainment in writing? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School, Dartford
Overview
Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils enjoy learning and feel safe. The report highlights an "interesting and ambitious" curriculum that prepares children well for future stages, supported by staff who maintain high expectations for behaviour and learning.
Strengths
- Pupils enjoy school, describing it as "fun" and noting they "never really have a bad day," with strong, trusting relationships with staff.
- The curriculum is carefully sequenced in most subjects, allowing pupils, including those with SEND, to develop "strong foundations for future learning."
- Teachers demonstrate expertise, frequently checking pupil knowledge to fill gaps and ensuring children can "revisit their previous learning" to embed it securely.
- Behaviour is excellent, with bullying being "extremely rare" and lessons rarely disrupted due to high expectations.
- Leaders provide a wide range of cultural experiences and clubs, ensuring pupils are "fully prepared for the challenges that they may face as they get older."
Areas to improve
- In a small number of foundation subjects, curriculum plans are not always well sequenced, leading to "small gaps in their knowledge."
- Leaders must ensure curriculum plans are implemented consistently in these subjects so that "all pupils learn the essential knowledge that they need."
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff well trained to identify signs of harm and leaders acting quickly on concerns while working closely with outside agencies.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 55% |
| 2023/24 | 57% |
| 2024/25 | 56% |
| 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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