Bysing Wood Primary School
94%
Capacity
255
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Bysing Wood Primary School
Bysing Wood Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Swale community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 255 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 270 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Bysing Wood Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Andrew Harrison, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8927th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 35th out of 48 in Swale.
Bysing Wood Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 38 applications for 27 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 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 Bysing Wood Primary School include Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Cross Country, Cricket, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Eco Club, Art Club, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 53.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Swale, Bysing Wood 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Lower Road, Faversham, Swale, ME13 7NU |
| Headteacher | Andrew Harrison |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 255 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 53.2% |
| School Capacity | 255 / 270 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8927th of 13,686
Nationally
1333rd of 2,034
In South East
35th of 48
In Swale
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'23/24
57%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
38
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (63% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Lower Road, Faversham
Swale, ME13 7NU
Journey to School
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