Tenterden Church of England Junior School
Tenterden, TN30 6RA · Kent · primary school
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366th 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 — 3.2/10 against 2,562 of them, against 3.0/10 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 | 46.0 · 14 | 62% | 0.85 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 8.0 · 57 | 38% | 2.19 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Tenterden Church of England Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 46.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A higher 8.0% met 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 (3.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 206 pupils against a stated capacity of 240. 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 literacy and numeracy? What does a typical day look like for a child in Year 6? How does the school engage parents in monitoring their child’s progress?
What Ofsted said about Tenterden Church of England Junior School
Overview
Pupils are described as “happy and proud” to attend this “caring community-minded school,” where they feel safe and behave well. The inspection found that the quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and leadership and management are all “Good.”
Strengths
- The curriculum is “ambitious for all pupils,” with staff identifying “important knowledge and vocabulary” precisely, leading to secure understanding in subjects like mathematics.
- Teachers have “sound subject knowledge,” explain learning clearly, and use checks to “identify gaps in learning” and provide quick support.
- Pupils become “fluent readers” through an effective programme using “high quality” books matched to their phonics knowledge.
- The school prioritises mental and physical health, with pupils understanding the importance of a “balanced diet and regular exercise” and accessing therapeutic support when needed.
- Governance is “strong,” with trustees who “know the school well” and hold leaders to account effectively.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, the curriculum lacks precision, meaning pupils “do not deepen their understanding sufficiently”; leaders must identify precise knowledge to revisit in all subjects.
- Adaptations for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are “not precise enough” in a small number of subjects, hindering their ability to access the curriculum fully.
- “Persistent absence” is “too high,” particularly for disadvantaged pupils, requiring intensified work with parents to ensure more frequent attendance.
Safeguarding
The report states that “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 | 40% |
| 2023/24 | 58% |
| 2024/25 | 46% |
| 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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