Lyminge Church of England Primary School
Folkestone, CT18 8JA · Kent · primary school
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342nd 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 4,223 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.0/10 among them, against 2.3/10 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 | 50.0 · 19 | 40% | 0.76 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Lyminge Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 50.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 3.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in December 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.0 out of 10 among them, against 2.3 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 191 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 are below the expected standard in maths? What specific strategies are used to raise attainment in writing? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while addressing the gap between its results and the national median?
What Ofsted said about Lyminge Church of England Primary School
Overview
Lyminge Church of England Primary School continues to be a good school, described as a “friendly, kind and caring” environment where pupils “thrive.” The report highlights a “vibrant, inclusive learning community” with strong relationships and high expectations for personal and academic achievement.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “broad and ambitious,” with a “clear sequence for learning” that ensures pupils achieve well.
- Provision for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is “strong,” with accurate identification of needs and “skilled support.”
- Reading is a high priority; a “well-structured and expertly delivered phonics programme” helps children become “confident, fluent readers.”
- Pupils’ behaviour is “exemplary,” characterised by kindness, respect, and a “mature understanding” of differences.
- Staff feel “highly valued, supported and proud to work at the school,” contributing to a culture of mutual support.
Areas to improve
- The recent approach to enhancing pupils’ comprehension skills in key stage 2 is “not yet consistently implemented in all classes.”
- Assessment in foundation subjects is “not fully in place,” meaning teachers lack clarity on pupils’ retention of key knowledge over time.
Safeguarding
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 | 81% |
| 2023/24 | 78% |
| 2024/25 | 50% |
| 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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