Archbishop Courtenay Primary School
104%
Capacity
328
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Archbishop Courtenay Primary School
Archbishop Courtenay Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Maidstone community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 328 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (104% of 315 places).
Ofsted has rated Archbishop Courtenay Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sue Heather, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5456th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 44 in Maidstone.
Archbishop Courtenay Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 95 applications for 44 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 45 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Archbishop Courtenay Primary School include Library, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Forest School, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Netball, Cross Country, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Choir, Eco Club, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 37.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Maidstone, Archbishop Courtenay Primary School is one of the options available in the South East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Eccleston Road, Maidstone, Maidstone, ME15 6QN |
| Headteacher | Sue Heather |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 328 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 37.8% |
| School Capacity | 328 / 315 (104% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5456th of 13,686
Nationally
760th of 2,034
In South East
19th of 44
In Maidstone
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
67%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed44
95
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
45 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Archbishop Courtenay Primary School
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Contact Information
Eccleston Road, Maidstone
Maidstone, ME15 6QN
Journey to School
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