St. Edmund's Church of England Primary School
Sevenoaks, TN15 6JP · Kent · primary school
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320th 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 — 3.0/10 against 2,311 of them, against 2.8/10 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 | 60.0 · 39 | 40% | 1.56 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St. Edmund's Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 60.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, 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 (3.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.8 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2024.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can access the Spiritual Art Studio.
Getting in
The published school roll is 197 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 maths? What specific activities take place within the Spiritual Art Studio? How does the school plan to improve attainment in the higher standard?
What Ofsted said about St. Edmund's Church of England Primary School
Overview
St. Edmund’s Church of England Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils "delight in attending" and form "very positive relationships." The inspection confirms that staff are "friendly, caring and supportive," fostering an environment where children learn the school’s values and "shine their light."
Strengths
- The curriculum is "broad and interesting," inspiring pupils to learn through activities such as sign language, forest school, and detailed artwork.
- Pupils develop their reading and mathematical knowledge well, becoming "fluent readers" who show a "love of reading."
- Staff use "well-crafted questioning" to check understanding and identify pupils who may have fallen behind.
- Behaviour is excellent; pupils are "respectful to adults and to their friends" and follow rules "with pride."
- The school provides a "rich range of wider opportunities," including trips, clubs, and community engagement that connect families to school life.
Areas to improve
- Teachers’ adaptive strategies for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are "not yet fully implemented," meaning some do not achieve as well as they could.
- Adaptations in some subjects are "not always matched closely enough to the needs of the pupils," requiring the school to embed strategies so all pupils reach ambitious end points.
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 | 60% |
| 2023/24 | 50% |
| 2024/25 | 60% |
| 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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