The short version
Above-average SATs results. 83% capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2013).
- SATs results are above the national average, with 84% meeting the expected standard (national: 62%)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2013
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Reading, Writing & Maths
Expected standard
Pupils meeting expected level in all three
84%
+22.0pp vs nationalHigher standard
Pupils exceeding expected level
28%
+20.0pp vs nationalSubject scores
Reading
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
108
+2.0 vs nationalMaths
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
110
+5.0 vs nationalGrammar & spelling
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
108
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 8 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
12% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 21 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 10 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 17 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 5–11
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 174
- Capacity
- 83%
- FSM
- 15.5%
Governance
- Local authority
- Kent
- Head
- Mr Tom Hardwick (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
6 official reports linked on this page, including 5 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
West End, Kemsing, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN15 6PU
Rural setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmQuestions parents ask
What is Kemsing Primary School's Ofsted rating?
Kemsing Primary School was rated Good at its most recent inspection in July 2022. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Kemsing Primary School?
Kemsing Primary School currently has 174 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Kemsing Primary School take?
Kemsing Primary School caters for pupils aged 5 to 11. It is classified as a primary school.
Where is Kemsing Primary School?
Kemsing Primary School is in Sevenoaks, TN15 6PU, in the Kent local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Kemsing Primary School have a sixth form?
No, Kemsing Primary School does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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