Hunton Church of England Primary School
Maidstone, ME15 0SJ · Kent · primary school
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141st 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 — 7.9/10 against 2,559 of them, against 6.8/10 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 | 69.0 · 63 | 42% | 2.66 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 31% | 1.62 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 26% | 2.06 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Hunton Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 69.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the school recorded 13.0%, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.8 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2021.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils access a breakfast club and an after-school club. Activities include Make & bake, Ball games club, F.T kids club, Science with Scotty, Creepy Claws, and a Christian based after school club. Sports offered are football, netball, acro, tennis, and dance.
Getting in
The published school roll is 106 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
With the roll exceeding capacity by 1, how does the school manage class sizes for new entrants? Since the last inspection was in 2021, what specific improvements have been made to the curriculum since then? How do the after-school clubs integrate with the main timetable for pupils who attend?
What Ofsted said about Hunton Church of England Primary School
Overview
Hunton Church of England Primary School continues to be a good school, characterised by a "close-knit school community" where pupils "really enjoy being at school." Leaders have established high expectations for both academic success and personal development, fostering an environment where children feel protected and nurtured.
Strengths
- Pupils behave "exceptionally well" and demonstrate respect for one another, with bullying occurring very rarely.
- Reading is a central priority, with "precise" daily phonics sessions ensuring pupils make strong progress in decoding and comprehension.
- Teachers identify pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities quickly, tailoring support to meet individual requirements effectively.
- Parents express high satisfaction, noting that their children have "thrived" and praising the trust they have in the school team.
- Staff appreciate the leadership’s focus on their workload and well-being, supporting a positive culture of care.
Areas to improve
- The curriculum in some subjects is not yet "sufficiently coherently planned and sequenced," requiring leaders to complete and swiftly introduce improvements across all remaining subjects.
- Mathematics planning needs to be "even more precise and detailed" to ensure complete coverage of content, despite existing strengths in delivery.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, supported by a "strong culture of care and safety" where staff are alert to pupils’ welfare and undergo regular training and briefings.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 71% |
| 2023/24 | 75% |
| 2024/25 | 69% |
| 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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