Wincheap Foundation Primary School
Canterbury, CT1 3SD · Kent · primary school
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179th 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 — 7.2/10 against 2,024 of them, against 6.0/10 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 | 66.0 · 54 | 41% | 2.23 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 33% | 1.72 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 11.0 · 71 | 26% | 1.82 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Wincheap Foundation Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 66.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 11.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in February 2022. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in the School Council, with both a breakfast club and an after-school club available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 429 pupils against a stated capacity of 440. 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 maths? What specific activities take place during the after-school club? How does the School Council involve pupils in decision-making?
What Ofsted said about Wincheap Foundation Primary School
Overview
Wincheap Foundation Primary School is described as a "caring, friendly and nurturing school" where pupils "thrive and flourish." The inspection confirms that the school continues to be good, with leaders demonstrating a strong commitment to inclusion and a "vibrant and broad curriculum" that inspires learners.
Strengths
- Pupils are "happy and enjoy their learning," benefiting from positive relationships with staff and a respectful, safe environment where bullying "hardly ever happens."
- The curriculum is "well sequenced" across subjects, with teachers skilfully checking prior knowledge to help pupils build on past learning, particularly in art and mathematics.
- Pupils develop as "confident, fluent readers," supported by well-organised phonics teaching and a wide range of "diverse and challenging texts."
- Staff work effectively as a "strong team," providing quick identification and suitable adjustments for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Parents are "very supportive," valuing the school as a "caring community in which every member is valued."
Areas to improve
- Leaders must further refine the curriculum, particularly for children in the early years, to ensure consistent implementation.
- The curriculum in Reception is "not as well embedded" as in Years 1 to 6; leaders must ensure children have "well-matched resources" to develop understanding effectively.
- Phonics teaching in Reception needs improvement, as children are not always learning letter sounds "as effectively as they could be."
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with fully trained staff who are "alert to any causes for concern" and provide rapid support for vulnerable pupils.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 54% |
| 2023/24 | 56% |
| 2024/25 | 66% |
| 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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