Offham Primary School
West Malling, ME19 5NX · Kent · primary school
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197th 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 3,999 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.1/10 among them, against 5.5/10 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 | 59.0 · 37 | 62% | 2.26 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 15.0 · 84 | 38% | 3.21 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Offham Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 59.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A higher 15.0% achieved the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.1 out of 10 among them, against 5.5 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Year 5 and 6 pupils go on residential trips. The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 201 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 core subjects? What specific activities are included in the year 5 and 6 residential trips? How do the breakfast and after-school clubs operate on a typical weekday?
What Ofsted said about Offham Primary School
Overview
Offham Primary School is described as a "happy, village school" where "positive relationships and an ambition to succeed are at the heart" of the community. The report highlights a "broad and ambitious curriculum" that is clearly sequenced, supported by staff with "strong subject knowledge" and a "robust approach" to governance.
Strengths
- Pupils "feel safe and well cared for," demonstrating respect for each other and staff through "warm relationships."
- The curriculum is "designed... to meet the needs of the pupils on roll," with "expertly designed adaptations" ensuring pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) succeed.
- Reading is a clear priority; phonics is taught "consistently," and initiatives like the 'reading grotto' encourage pupils to "enjoy books and reading."
- Pupils take pride in extensive leadership opportunities, such as the sports council which "redesigned and improved the school playground."
- Governors are "robust in their approach to fulfilling their statutory duties," including effective processes to hold leaders to account.
Areas to improve
- Teachers do not yet have a "consistent approach to checking what pupils know and understand," meaning some "misconceptions that are not identified during lessons."
- Some pupils lack opportunities to "deepen their learning and move on to more complex work," limiting the "depth and breadth of knowledge" they gain.
- Attendance for "some of the most disadvantaged pupils" is lower than expected, despite the school’s support for these families.
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 | 55% |
| 2023/24 | 67% |
| 2024/25 | 59% |
| 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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