Lady Boswell's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Sevenoaks
Sevenoaks, TN13 3RW · Kent · primary school
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21st 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 2,551 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 8.5/10 among them, against 9.0/10 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 | 84.0 · 93 | 40% | 3.72 |
| Ofsted | 92 | 35% | 3.22 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 16.0 · 85 | 25% | 2.13 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Lady Boswell's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Sevenoaks overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 84.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 16.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. An April 2026 Ofsted inspection graded areas separately under the new framework. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 8.5 out of 10 among them, against 9.0 out of 10 nationally.
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 434 pupils against a stated capacity of 436. 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 do not reach the higher standard in maths? What specific activities are available during the after-school club? How does the new Ofsted framework affect current teaching priorities?
What Ofsted said about Lady Boswell's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Sevenoaks
Overview
The inspection describes a school where leaders have created a "highly ambitious curriculum" that meets all pupils' needs, resulting in "significant progress" and "very well prepared" outcomes for all students. Pupils enjoy a "deeply positive and respectful atmosphere" characterised by "excellent" behaviour and high attendance, with staff demonstrating deep subject expertise and care.
Strengths
- Pupils achieve "very well in national tests," with results "significantly above national averages" sustained over time.
- Behaviour is "excellent," with pupils showing "real kindness" and "deep respect for staff," creating a "happy place."
- Teachers are "experts in the subjects they teach," using "deeply engaging activities" and systematic checks to address misconceptions.
- Inclusion is highly effective, with "precisely designed processes" ensuring pupils with special educational needs make "rapid progress."
- Early years provision is "excellent," giving children "strong foundations" in reading, writing, and mathematics.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should "continue their work to embed the high-quality approach to assessment across all subjects to help pupils deepen their knowledge and understanding even further."
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" ensuring pupils are "made safer and feel safe."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 88% |
| 2023/24 | 86% |
| 2024/25 | 84% |
| 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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