King's Farm Primary School
Gravesend, DA12 5JT · Kent · primary school
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146th 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 — 8.5/10 against 793 of them, against 6.7/10 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 | 40% | 2.51 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 12.0 · 74 | 25% | 1.85 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
King's Farm 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%. 12.0% 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 (8.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.7 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in April 2024.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club for wraparound care.
Getting in
The published school roll is 468 pupils against a stated capacity of 492. 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 in reaching the higher standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2024 inspection?
What Ofsted said about King's Farm Primary School
Overview
King’s Farm Primary School continues to be a good school, offering a "vibrant, friendly and happy school community" where pupils are proud to belong. Leaders maintain high expectations for conduct and achievement, fostering a supportive atmosphere that enables all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, to progress well.
Strengths
- The curriculum is described as "well-considered" and "aspirational," with clear plans for key knowledge, skills, and vocabulary that develop pupils’ curiosity.
- All pupils, including those in the specially resourced provision, "progress well through the curriculum" and receive effective, bespoke support.
- Staff demonstrate expertise in early years education, ensuring a "consistent approach to the teaching of phonics and reading" that builds a passion for books.
- Pupils are "impeccably polite and well-mannered," treating one another with respect and kindness while upholding school values daily.
- The wider personal development curriculum provides rich experiences, including clubs and trips, helping pupils develop into "responsible citizens."
Areas to improve
- Some pupils are not attending school regularly, meaning they are "missing out on crucial learning." The school needs to continue working with parents to strengthen actions supporting attendance improvement.
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 | 62% |
| 2023/24 | 65% |
| 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
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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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