Loose Primary School
Maidstone, ME15 9UW · Kent · primary school
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166th 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 4,212 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.4/10 among them, against 6.4/10 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 | 74.0 · 76 | 40% | 3.02 |
| 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.
Loose Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 74.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 6.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.4 out of 10 among them, against 6.4 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils take part in a residential visit.
Getting in
The published school roll is 662 pupils against a stated capacity of 654. 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 curriculum support pupils who are working towards the higher standard in maths? What are the specific dates and costs for the residential visit?
What Ofsted said about Loose Primary School
Overview
Loose Primary School is described as a place where pupils enjoy learning and feel safe, with behaviour that is "calm and purposeful". The report highlights an "ambitious and coherently planned" curriculum and an "Outstanding" early years provision, noting that leaders maintain high expectations for every pupil’s potential.
Strengths
- The early years provision is "Outstanding", with children making "strong progress" and being "very well prepared for the curriculum in Year 1".
- Reading is taught "consistently well", fostering a culture where "pupils love reading" and benefit from targeted support.
- Pupils demonstrate "mature" attitudes to learning, respecting teachers and applying themselves "conscientiously in lessons".
- There is a strong focus on personal development, with pupils learning to be "responsible citizens" and showing respect for different faiths and cultures.
- Leaders provide "focused professional development" for staff and ensure trustees offer "effective support and challenge".
Areas to improve
- In some subjects where new programmes have recently been introduced, "knowledge is not yet securely embedded in pupils’ long-term memories".
- Leaders should continue to embed teachers’ practice in these newer curriculum areas so that all pupils "understand new learning and commit it to long-term memory".
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders creating a "culture of vigilance" where staff know the signs of abuse and concerns are reported and acted upon quickly.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 60% |
| 2023/24 | 60% |
| 2024/25 | 74% |
| 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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