Shears Green Junior School
Gravesend, DA11 7JB · Kent · primary school
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288th 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 — 3.9/10 against 2,100 of them, against 3.3/10 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 | 52.0 · 22 | 40% | 0.88 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Shears Green Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 52.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0%, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (3.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.3 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in swimming, rock climbing, and bouldering, alongside a School Council. Trips include Leeds Castle, Chessington World of Adventures, and PGL. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 493 pupils against a stated capacity of 480. 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 provided for pupils who have not reached the expected standard in maths? How are the after-school club and sports activities scheduled to fit within the school day?
What Ofsted said about Shears Green Junior School
Overview
Shears Green Junior School continues to be a good school, characterised by a culture where staff "put pupils at the heart of all they do." The report highlights an inclusive community where pupils are happy, respected, and well-supported, with leaders having successfully revamped the curriculum to be "suitably ambitious."
Strengths
- Pupils enjoy school and feel safe within an "inclusive community" where bullying is rare and dealt with effectively.
- The curriculum is engaging, with experiences like ‘cosmic camp’ inspiring pupils’ "eagerness to learn."
- Teachers possess "secure" subject knowledge and check learning regularly without being burdened by excessive assessment.
- Parents are "highly complimentary" about the school, particularly regarding communication and remote learning during the pandemic.
- Staff are united as a team, sharing good practice and feeling valued within the school community.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure support for weaker readers in all year groups is "fully effective," as some pupils do not yet read fluently or accurately.
- Leaders and governors need to sharpen their "strategic oversight" of improvement plans to better evaluate progress and impact, particularly regarding reading outcomes.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, supported by a strong culture, well-trained staff, and diligent recording and follow-up of concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 56% |
| 2023/24 | 65% |
| 2024/25 | 52% |
| 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
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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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