Langafel Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Longfield, DA3 7PW · Kent · primary school
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417th 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 — 1.1/10 against 2,056 of them, against 1.2/10 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 | 35.0 · 5 | 40% | 0.20 |
| Ofsted | 3 | 35% | 0.10 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 25% | 0.59 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Langafel Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 35.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 2.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school 'Requires improvement' in May 2024. 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 (1.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join gymnastics and football clubs, visit PGL, and attend both breakfast and after-school clubs.
Getting in
The published school roll is 286 pupils against a stated capacity of 331. 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 plan to raise attainment in maths to closer to the national median? What specific actions are being taken to address the 'Requires improvement' rating?
What Ofsted said about Langafel Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Overview
The report states that while pupils are "known and valued individually" and feel safe, "inconsistent teaching means that pupils do not achieve well enough." Leaders have not yet embedded their vision for achievement, resulting in inconsistent curriculum delivery and assessment practices across the school.
Strengths
- Early years provision is rated "Good," with teaching "more tailored to children’s individual needs."
- Personal development is rated "Good," with pupils enjoying outdoor learning and contributing to the community ethos of being part of "one flock."
- The specially resourced provision for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) offers effective teaching that helps these pupils "achieve well from their starting points."
- Phonics is "generally taught well," with well-chosen books and regular catch-up sessions for weaker readers.
- Parental engagement is a strength, particularly during transition into Reception and for parents of children with SEND.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must establish consistent assessment systems to identify misconceptions and gaps in pupils’ knowledge.
- Teachers need to ensure tasks and explanations precisely connect new knowledge with what pupils have already learned.
- Leaders must prioritise attendance, particularly for disadvantaged pupils, and address inconsistencies in how teachers deliver learning.
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 | 48% |
| 2023/24 | 51% |
| 2024/25 | 35% |
| 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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