St Nicholas Church of England Primary Academy
New Romney, TN28 8BP · Kent · primary school
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324th 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 1,792 of them, against 2.7/10 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 | 56.0 · 30 | 40% | 1.18 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 25% | 0.59 |
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 Church of England Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 56.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 2.0% reached the higher standard, 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, 2.7 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2024.
Getting in
The published school roll is 412 pupils against a stated capacity of 440. 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 does a typical day look like for a child in Year 6? How does the school engage parents in monitoring progress?
What Ofsted said about St Nicholas Church of England Primary Academy
Overview
St Nicholas Church of England Primary Academy has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at its previous inspection. The school provides a highly supportive environment where pupils are “exceptionally well cared for” and feel a strong sense of belonging. Leaders and staff work effectively to ensure high expectations and continuous improvement.
Strengths
- Pupils are “immersed in the school values” and feel “safe, happy and heard,” fostering a positive “family atmosphere.”
- The curriculum is “carefully crafted” to engage all pupils, with clear sequencing from Reception to Year 6.
- Staff are “well trained” and use effective checks to support early reading and vocabulary development.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) have their needs “carefully identified and supported” and mostly achieve well.
- The school’s work to develop responsible citizens is “exemplary,” offering extensive opportunities for active participation and community contribution.
Areas to improve
- The school should review and refine recent changes to mathematics teaching to fully evaluate their effectiveness in raising attainment.
- Staff should continue to adapt tasks more clearly to ensure all pupils can access them and successfully secure the intended knowledge.
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 | 53% |
| 2023/24 | 50% |
| 2024/25 | 56% |
| 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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