Wingham Primary School
Canterbury, CT3 1BD · Kent · primary school
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168th 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 — 8.9/10 against 3,752 of them, against 8.3/10 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 | 77.0 · 82 | 40% | 3.28 |
| Ofsted | 14 | 35% | 0.48 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 16.0 · 85 | 25% | 2.13 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Wingham Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 77.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. 16.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.3 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted inspected the school in January 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join coding and Forest School clubs, or play football, rugby, cricket, yoga, and gymnastics. Arts and music options include choir, dance, and brass instruments such as trumpet, cornet, tenor horn, baritone, and trombone. A residential visit is offered, alongside breakfast and after-school clubs.
Getting in
The published school roll is 204 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 do not reach the higher standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the residential visit?
What Ofsted said about Wingham Primary School
Overview
Wingham Primary School provides a nurturing environment where pupils achieve well and feel safe, secure, and valued. The report highlights a broad, ambitious curriculum and highly effective support for vulnerable pupils, resulting in strong attendance and behaviour. While most aspects of school life meet or exceed expected standards, there are specific areas regarding numerical fluency and personal development teaching that require further attention.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "extremely positive attitudes towards their work" in a calm atmosphere where bullying is "extremely rare".
- Leaders have established "highly effective strategies" to identify and swiftly address barriers to learning for disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs.
- Children in Reception get an "excellent start", becoming confident in phonics and reading while developing essential early skills.
- Staff act as "excellent role models of professional conduct and kindness", fostering a culture where pupils respect one another and strive for high aspirations.
- The school communicates effectively with families, working in partnership to reduce barriers to attendance and ensure pupils feel "valued and welcome".
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure teaching enables pupils to develop "even greater fluency in their use of number", as some struggle with recalling multiplication facts.
- Staff need greater expertise to teach the personal development programme, specifically to deepen pupils' understanding of "fundamental British values, different faiths and beliefs".
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an open culture where concerns are actively identified and managed, ensuring pupils are made safer and feel safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 66% |
| 2023/24 | 73% |
| 2024/25 | 77% |
| 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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