St Nicholas At Wade Church of England Primary School
Birchington, CT7 0PY · Kent · primary school
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97th 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 — 8.4/10 against 3,899 of them, against 7.9/10 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 | 75.0 · 78 | 40% | 3.11 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 14.0 · 81 | 25% | 2.03 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Nicholas At Wade Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 75.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 14.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in April 2025. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in football, cross country, basketball, mini tennis, Kwik Cricket, Super 8 Cricket, dodgeball, and rounders. The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 212 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 the current over-capacity situation for new starters? What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the higher standard? How are the various sports clubs scheduled to ensure broad participation?
What Ofsted said about St Nicholas At Wade Church of England Primary School
Overview
This ungraded inspection found that the school’s work “may have improved significantly across all areas” since its previous rating. The report describes an “excellent, nurturing and inclusive school” where pupils are “well-rounded, confident individuals” who thrive in a culture of care. Consequently, the school’s next inspection will be a graded one.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “extremely well-designed and ambitious,” with clear progression from early years to Year 6 that is equally challenging for disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Reading is a “high priority,” with phonics taught “very effectively” and a “love of reading” promoted through high-quality texts and staff enthusiasm.
- Pupils display “exemplary” behaviour and attitudes, contributing to an “extremely calm ethos” where they feel safe and are “very happy.”
- Staff are described as a “skilled, enthusiastic and dedicated team” who are “happy and proud” to work at the school, with leaders ensuring actions are in pupils’ best interests.
- The school’s values of “courage, honesty, resilience and kindness” are “embedded deeply” in the culture, fostering respect and inclusivity.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement, noting instead a “steely determination to build on current successes and secure further improvement.”
Safeguarding
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 | 61% |
| 2023/24 | 88% |
| 2024/25 | 75% |
| 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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