Oakfield Primary Academy
Dartford, DA1 2SW · Kent · primary school
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124th 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 8.5/10 against 2,388 of them, against 7.3/10 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 | 70.0 · 65 | 42% | 2.72 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 32% | 1.69 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 16.0 · 85 | 26% | 2.22 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Oakfield Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 70.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 16.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in 2021. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.3 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils attend an 'On the Farm' trip, with both breakfast and after-school clubs available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 716 pupils against a stated capacity of 630. 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
What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the expected standard? How has the curriculum evolved since the 2021 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Oakfield Primary Academy
Overview
The report describes Oakfield Primary Academy as an inclusive school where pupils feel safe, happy, and valued. Leaders and staff have worked hard to improve the school significantly since the previous inspection, fostering a strong sense of community and high expectations for learning.
Strengths
- Pupils’ behaviour is good; they play well together and concentrate during lessons.
- Reading and mathematics are planned and taught well, with staff skilled in checking pupil knowledge.
- Staff provide quick additional help to ensure pupils, including those with special educational needs, do not fall behind.
- Phonics teaching is secure, with most children in Reception and Year 1 reading at the expected standard.
- Parents are overwhelmingly positive about the support received during the pandemic.
Areas to improve
- The curriculum is not yet coherently planned and sequenced in some subject areas, such as history, leaving gaps in pupils’ knowledge.
- Assessment is not used as effectively in some subjects, meaning knowledge gaps are not addressed as quickly as they could be.
- Leaders and governors need to ensure that no learning is missed and that all pupils gain essential knowledge across the whole curriculum.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff well trained and pupils knowing how to keep themselves safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 68% |
| 2023/24 | 74% |
| 2024/25 | 70% |
| 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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