Minterne Junior School
Sittingbourne, ME10 1SB · Kent · primary school
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165th 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 — 4.4/10 against 3,364 of them, against 4.4/10 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 | 55.0 · 27 | 40% | 1.10 |
| Ofsted | 90 | 35% | 3.16 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 11.0 · 71 | 25% | 1.77 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Minterne Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 55.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 11.0% against a national median of 7%. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (4.4 out of 10 either way). The school was inspected in May 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade.
Getting in
The published school roll is 393 pupils against a stated capacity of 360. 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
Since the inspection took place in May 2026, what specific actions have been taken to address the areas graded in the new report-card framework? How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in core subjects?
What Ofsted said about Minterne Junior School
Overview
Minterne Junior School is described as a "happy and inclusive school" where leaders have created a culture in which "all pupils feel welcome and valued." The report highlights that the school provides a high-quality education with "warm and supportive" relationships, ensuring pupils are "generally well prepared for secondary school."
Strengths
- Leaders have constructed a curriculum that is "ambitious and clearly sequenced," helping pupils develop essential knowledge and skills.
- Staff teach "consistently well," explaining new ideas clearly and supporting pupils to "articulate their learning with confidence."
- The school’s approach to "equality, diversity and inclusion is a notable strength," with pupils demonstrating respect for difference.
- Robust systems ensure pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive "swift and accurate" identification of needs and appropriate support.
- Pupils behave "very well," creating a "happy, safe and harmonious school culture" where bullying is not tolerated.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure that disadvantaged pupils "consistently achieve well" and develop detailed knowledge across the curriculum.
- Leaders should "analyse whole-school attendance carefully to spot trends and patterns" so that pupils eligible for the pupil premium attend more regularly.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns are actively managed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 69% |
| 2023/24 | 59% |
| 2024/25 | 55% |
| 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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