Sundridge and Brasted Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Sevenoaks, TN14 6EA · Kent · primary school
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335th 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 — 2.9/10 against 1,236 of them, against 2.4/10 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 | 57.0 · 32 | 40% | 1.29 |
| 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.
Sundridge and Brasted Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 57.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The proportion reaching the higher standard was 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (2.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Football Club, Gymnastics, and Street Dance, with an after-school club also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 78 pupils against a stated capacity of 105. 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 to progress from the expected standard to the higher standard in core subjects? What specific support is available for children who need extra help with reading or maths? How does the school manage class sizes given the current roll?
What Ofsted said about Sundridge and Brasted Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Overview
This is a "thoughtful, nurturing and inclusive school" where every pupil is treated as an individual and "genuinely loved and cared for." Leaders have successfully addressed previous areas for improvement, establishing an "ambitious curriculum" with high expectations for achievement. The school fosters strong relationships between staff, pupils, and families, creating a secure environment where pupils behave positively and enjoy learning.
Strengths
- Pupils develop a "secure understanding of important knowledge and skills" in the majority of subjects, supported by well-sequenced content and varied enrichment activities.
- Reading is a "whole-school priority" with a "relentless commitment" from staff; phonics is taught consistently well, ensuring children become "confident and fluent readers."
- Staff know pupils well, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), ensuring they can "access the curriculum successfully" and make good progress.
- Pupils’ mental health and well-being are prioritised, with staff helping them feel "safe and secure" and teaching techniques to manage emotions.
- The school promotes active citizenship, with pupils contributing to the local community and learning about diverse cultures and backgrounds.
Areas to improve
- In a small number of recently developed subjects, the curriculum is not yet fully embedded; teachers do not always revisit prior learning or check if pupils have secured it in their long-term memory.
- Consequently, pupils are sometimes moved on to new learning before they are ready, leading to gaps in understanding and difficulty building on previous teaching.
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 | 44% |
| 2023/24 | 21% |
| 2024/25 | 57% |
| 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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