Milstead and Frinsted Church of England Primary School
Sittingbourne, ME9 0SJ · Kent · primary school
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419th 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 — 0.6/10 against 2,194 of them, against 0.8/10 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 | 38.0 · 7 | 62% | 0.41 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 38% | 0.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Milstead and Frinsted Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 38.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. 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 (0.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 55 pupils against a stated capacity of 70. 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 working towards the expected standard in core subjects? What specific support is available for those aiming for the higher standard? How does the school plan to maintain current pupil numbers within its capacity?
What Ofsted said about Milstead and Frinsted Church of England Primary School
Overview
This small primary school is described as “welcoming” with “care and kindness” at its heart. The report highlights strong relationships between staff and pupils, noting that children are “happy” and “exceptionally proud of their school.” Leaders have established high expectations for behaviour and learning, resulting in a calm and purposeful environment where pupils feel safe.
Strengths
- Staff prioritise getting to know each family well, allowing them to consider individual pupil needs effectively.
- The curriculum is “broad, sequenced” and engaging, with lessons well resourced to ensure all pupils can access learning.
- Reading is embedded with a “sharp focus,” ensuring even those who find it difficult are “expertly supported” to become confident readers.
- Personal development is underpinned by values such as “stewardship, inquiry, resilience and compassion,” which are firmly embedded in school life.
- Attendance has “improved significantly” due to targeted strategies supporting families.
Areas to improve
- Teachers do not consistently provide opportunities for pupils to deepen their thinking or consider the “most complex aspects” of subjects, meaning pupils do not always achieve as highly as they could.
- There are occasionally “missed opportunities to strengthen what is taught in the early years through high-quality adult interactions,” though training is in place to address this.
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 | 50% |
| 2023/24 | 42% |
| 2024/25 | 38% |
| 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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