St Botolph's Church of England Primary School
Gravesend, DA11 9PL · Kent · primary school
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135th 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 — 8.3/10 against 2,356 of them, against 7.0/10 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 | 40% | 2.61 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 25% | 1.94 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Botolph's Church of England Primary School 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, the figure was 13.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils attend art clubs and visit galleries and museums. A breakfast club and an after-school club are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 422 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 manage class sizes when the roll exceeds the physical capacity? What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the expected standard? How are the breakfast and after-school clubs structured to support daily routines?
What Ofsted said about St Botolph's Church of England Primary School
Overview
St Botolph’s Church of England Primary School continues to be a good school, maintaining a strong community ethos where leaders have high expectations for pupils to excel. The report highlights that pupils are keen to contribute, work hard, and demonstrate the values of respect, responsibility, and resilience in their daily conduct.
Strengths
- Leaders have developed an "ambitious and engaging" curriculum that identifies key knowledge, skills, and vocabulary, with a "well-structured" early years foundation.
- Reading is effectively prioritised, with staff training ensuring early reading is taught well and struggling pupils receive swift support to learn with fluency.
- Teachers in most subjects have "secure" knowledge and use skilful adaptations, such as "maths passports," to ensure pupils successfully access the curriculum.
- Pupils behave well, treat others with courtesy, and actively participate in community roles, charity fundraising, and cultural celebrations.
- Trust leaders and governors support staff well-being and workload, fostering a "very committed team" who are proud of their school.
Areas to improve
- In a small number of subjects where the curriculum is new, teachers’ subject knowledge is not secure, meaning they do not always plan activities that build on prior learning.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders maintaining a strong culture, providing ongoing staff training, and acting quickly to ensure pupils and families receive necessary help.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 69% |
| 2023/24 | 71% |
| 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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