St Katharine's Knockholt Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Sevenoaks, TN14 7LS · Kent · primary school
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129th 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 — 6.7/10 against 4,240 of them, against 7.1/10 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 | 78.0 · 84 | 40% | 3.36 |
| 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.
St Katharine's Knockholt Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 78.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. 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 (6.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.1 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2023.
Getting in
The published school roll is 182 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 not yet meeting expected standards in maths? What specific trips or external visits are planned for the current academic year? How does the school manage the transition for Year 6 pupils moving to secondary education?
What Ofsted said about St Katharine's Knockholt Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Overview
St Katharine’s Knockholt Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School continues to be a good school. Pupils are described as proud and happy within a close-knit community, benefiting from warm, respectful relationships with staff and families. The report highlights high expectations for behaviour and an ambitious curriculum that supports all learners, including those with special educational needs.
Strengths
- Pupils are positive about learning, noting that ‘teachers always make our lessons fun’, and demonstrate enthusiasm for reading and mathematics.
- Leaders show high ambition for all pupils, ensuring ‘no pupil is left behind’ through efficient assessments and targeted support for special educational needs.
- The history curriculum is well developed, with pupils acquiring strong knowledge and skills such as debating the reliability of historical artefacts.
- Opportunities for broader development are diverse, including charity work, sports partnerships, and cultural experiences that nurture pupils’ talents beyond the classroom.
- Staff feel highly valued and well supported, resulting in high well-being and well-managed workloads.
Areas to improve
- The curriculum is not yet fully embedded in every subject, meaning pupils may not know and remember learning securely in areas such as design and technology.
- A group of pupils are not achieving highly with their writing due to the adverse effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, requiring focused skill development.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a strong culture where staff are robustly trained to identify risks and pupils know how to stay safe and report concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 67% |
| 2023/24 | 65% |
| 2024/25 | 78% |
| 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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