St Margaret's, Collier Street Church of England Voluntary Controlled School
Tonbridge, TN12 9RR · Kent · primary school
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328th 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 the 4,212 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.3/10 among them, against 2.7/10 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 | 59.0 · 37 | 40% | 1.49 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.78 |
| 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 Margaret's, Collier Street Church of England Voluntary Controlled School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 59.0% 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%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2022. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.3 out of 10 among them, against 2.7 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Eco Club, an after-school club, and participate in choir, flute, recorder, piano, and guitar lessons. Trips include Young Voices and the Gravesend Recorder Festival.
Getting in
The published school roll is 123 pupils against a stated capacity of 120. 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 steps are taken to improve results in the higher standard?
What Ofsted said about St Margaret's, Collier Street Church of England Voluntary Controlled School
Overview
St Margaret’s is described as a "welcoming and supportive place" where pupils are "kind and respectful" and feel safe. The report confirms the school continues to be good, highlighting a strong culture of personal support among staff and effective leadership that has maintained high aspirations despite pandemic challenges.
Strengths
- Pupils enjoy a "broad and balanced curriculum" with clear planning in subjects like history, allowing them to recall important concepts effectively.
- Reading is a top priority; staff are well-trained in phonics, and the school provides "engaging and imaginative stories" and well-resourced book corners.
- Mathematics teaching benefits from staff with "secure subject knowledge" and lesson sequences that help pupils build on prior learning.
- Extra-curricular opportunities are wide-ranging, including sports, cooking, and performance clubs, which pupils value for developing their individual talents.
- Staff workload and well-being are carefully considered, fostering a culture where staff are "proud to work at the school."
Areas to improve
- The early years curriculum lacks clarity in some areas, meaning staff are not always clear about the sequences of learning children should experience.
- Provision for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is strong in reading and mathematics but requires adaptation to meet needs across all other subjects.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders making it a "top priority" and ensuring staff are appropriately trained to keep pupils safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 71% |
| 2023/24 | 65% |
| 2024/25 | 59% |
| 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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