The Brent Primary School
Dartford, DA2 6BA · Kent · primary school
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211st 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 — 6.2/10 against 2,841 of them, against 5.5/10 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 | 62.0 · 44 | 40% | 1.74 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 12.0 · 74 | 25% | 1.85 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
The Brent Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 62.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 12.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 643 pupils against a stated capacity of 630. 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
What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the expected standard in maths? How does the curriculum adapt for the 12.0% who achieve the higher standard?
What Ofsted said about The Brent Primary School
Overview
The Brent Primary School is described as a place where pupils have "many opportunities to explore their talents and interests" within an "exciting school community." Leaders have fostered a "‘can do’ ethos for learning" where pupils feel "psychologically safe" and view mistakes as opportunities to grow, resulting in high achievement and well-rounded character development.
Strengths
- Pupils exhibit "exceptional" behaviour, concentrating well in lessons and playing cooperatively during social times.
- Early years provision is outstanding, with children in Reception developing independence and confidence quickly.
- Reading and mathematics are identified as strengths, with leaders refining the curriculum to ensure pupils grasp basics securely.
- Staff possess "strong subject knowledge" and effectively support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) to access the same curriculum as their peers.
- The school provides a broad curriculum enriched by clubs, visits, and teaching on mental health and diversity.
Areas to improve
- Assessment systems in some wider curriculum subjects are not securely in place, meaning leaders do not always know precisely what pupils have learned.
- The school should develop a "consistent approach to assessment" to identify gaps or misconceptions in learning and address them swiftly.
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 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 53% |
| 2024/25 | 62% |
| 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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