Sheldwich Primary School
Faversham, ME13 0LU · Kent · primary school
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8th 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 — 9.3/10 against 3,547 of them, against 9.4/10 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 | 88.0 · 96 | 40% | 3.85 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 19.0 · 90 | 25% | 2.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Sheldwich Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 88.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 19.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in June 2024. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (9.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in basketball, football, golf, jag tag, athletics, Thai boxing, cricket, dodgeball, and dance.
Getting in
The published school roll is 246 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
What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the expected standard? How are the various sports and dance activities scheduled within the weekly timetable?
What Ofsted said about Sheldwich Primary School
Overview
Sheldwich Primary School provides an “exceptionally strong education” where pupils are “extremely happy” and view the school as a ‘big family’. The report highlights a culture of high expectations, where staff know pupils well and deliver a well-sequenced curriculum that supports all learners, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Strengths
- Teachers are described as “expert and passionate”, delivering a curriculum where they “carefully check pupils’ developing knowledge” to ensure secure understanding.
- Early reading teaching is “fully embedded” with “expert knowledge” among staff, resulting in pupils having “highly positive attitudes to reading”.
- The pre-school provision is praised for “expert knowledge of child development” and helping children “settle quickly” through positive relationships.
- Personal development is supported by “very effective” PSHE and RSE, fostering a “strong culture of respect” and valuing diversity.
- Leaders maintain a “very clear vision” and provide “highly effective support” for staff wellbeing and expertise.
Areas to improve
- The report notes that previously, older pupils did not achieve as well as they might have in writing, but states the school has taken “rapid and effective action” so pupils now write to a “very high standard”. No further areas for improvement are identified.
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 | 67% |
| 2023/24 | 74% |
| 2024/25 | 88% |
| 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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