Park Way Primary School
Maidstone, ME15 7AH · Kent · primary school
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333rd 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 — 2.4/10 against 2,074 of them, against 2.4/10 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 | 53.0 · 24 | 40% | 0.96 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 25% | 0.59 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Park Way Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 53.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 2.0% reached the higher standard, 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 (2.4 out of 10 either way). Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2024.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Rock Steady club or take group keyboard and guitar lessons. Musical activities include the Singing Assembly, Carolathon, and a Young Voices concert at the O2. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 307 pupils against a stated capacity of 315. 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 support is available for those aiming for the higher standard?
What Ofsted said about Park Way Primary School
Overview
Park Way Primary School continues to be a good school, providing an ambitious curriculum that meets the needs of all pupils. Leaders and governors share high levels of ambition, ensuring staff receive high-quality training and that parents are well-informed. The school fosters a calm, orderly environment where pupils behave well and feel safe.
Strengths
- Pupils embody values of "respect, resilience and responsibility," acting as play leaders and contributing positively to the wider community through charity work.
- Teachers check learning "frequently and precisely," addressing misconceptions quickly to help pupils, including those with SEND, achieve well.
- The school has successfully addressed previous dips in phonics and multiplication results, ensuring the "vast majority of pupils are fluent readers by key stage 2."
- Personal development is enriched by a "rich offer of clubs" and trips, such as visits to Leeds Castle and residential trips that build resilience.
- Governors "hold leaders to account well," and staff are proud to work at the school due to clear guidance and effective training.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, teachers do not explain what pupils are learning "clearly enough," meaning some pupils do not learn as well as they could.
- Leaders must ensure teachers have "sufficient knowledge of the subject and chosen curriculum" to explain learning clearly and design activities that allow pupils to deepen their learning.
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 | 61% |
| 2023/24 | 61% |
| 2024/25 | 53% |
| 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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