Tunstall Church of England (Aided) Primary School
Sittingbourne, ME10 1YG · Kent · primary school
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72nd 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 the 2,918 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.6/10 among them, against 6.4/10 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 | 69.0 · 63 | 40% | 2.51 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Tunstall Church of England (Aided) Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 69.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 10.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in July 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.6 out of 10 among them, against 6.4 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 417 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 not yet meeting the expected standard in core subjects? What specific activities are available during the after-school club?
What Ofsted said about Tunstall Church of England (Aided) Primary School
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils thrive underpinned by values of ‘friendship, kindness, perseverance, service, forgiveness and truthfulness’. Leaders have planned a ‘highly effective curriculum’ that ensures pupils build a ‘secure body of knowledge’ and achieve exceptionally well across all groups.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate ‘exceptionally well’ behaviour, moving ‘purposefully between lessons’ and showing ‘kind and thoughtful behaviour’ to one another.
- The curriculum is ‘well considered’, with leaders ‘weaving’ knowledge ‘expertly through topics’ so pupils make ‘strong and informed connections’.
- Staff teach reading ‘very effectively’ using ‘clear and deliberate teaching’, helping all pupils become ‘confident readers’.
- There are ‘warm and supportive relationships’ between staff and pupils, with children feeling safe and confident in reporting concerns.
- Leaders are ‘continually reflective’, refining offers for pupils while considering staff workload, and fostering strong community links.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with an ‘effective culture of safeguarding’ where staff are swift to report concerns and ensure pupils receive necessary help.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 56% |
| 2023/24 | 67% |
| 2024/25 | 69% |
| 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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