Whitfield Aspen School
Dover, CT16 3LJ · Kent · primary school
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388th 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 — 2.3/10 against 1,990 of them, against 2.4/10 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 | 5.0 · 40 | 38% | 1.54 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Whitfield Aspen School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 46% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 5% of pupils, 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 (2.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Shakespeare Club, Dance Club, Choir, and Young Voices. The school also provides a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 662 pupils against a stated capacity of 682. 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? What specific activities are included in the after-school provision? How are class sizes managed given the current roll?
What Ofsted said about Whitfield Aspen School
Overview
Whitfield Aspen School is described as an inclusive environment where all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, are "welcome and cared for." The report highlights that pupils feel "safe and valued" and that the school maintains "high aspirations" for every child, fostering positive relationships and effective learning adaptations.
Strengths
- The curriculum is underpinned by a "vision for inclusivity," with "equal aspiration" for pupils in both mainstream classes and the specially resourced provision.
- Reading is a "whole-school priority" with a clear teaching programme; pupils become "confident, fluent readers" and receive expert support to develop language skills.
- Behaviour is consistently positive, with pupils treating each other with "respect and kindness" and no disruptive behaviour observed in lessons.
- Staff provide "verbal and non-verbal support" ensuring all pupils feel heard, while rigorous systems check what pupils know and remember.
- Personal development is strong, with pupils gaining a "detailed understanding of equity and diversity" and the maturity to be ready for their next educational stages.
Areas to improve
- In a small number of subjects, the curriculum requires "further refinement" as activities do not consistently reflect the intended content or ambition, limiting pupil achievement.
- Persistent absence remains too high for some groups, particularly disadvantaged pupils, meaning they are "missing important learning."
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 | 46% |
| 2023/24 | 43% |
| 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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