Canterbury Road Primary School
99%
Capacity
208
Pupils
4.2x
Demand
About Canterbury Road Primary School
Canterbury Road Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Swale community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 208 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Canterbury Road Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Timothy Pye, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4190th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 48 in Swale.
Canterbury Road Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 127 applications for 30 places, making it 4.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Canterbury Road Primary School include Sensory Room, Library, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Netball, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Book Club, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Swale, Canterbury Road 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | School Road, Sittingbourne, Swale, ME10 4SE |
| Headteacher | Timothy Pye |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 208 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 35.6% |
| School Capacity | 208 / 210 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (6 Mar 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Feb 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4190th of 13,686
Nationally
571st of 2,034
In South East
16th of 48
In Swale
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
17%
Higher Standard
'22/23
80%
'23/24
70%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
127
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
38 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Canterbury Road Primary School
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Contact Information
School Road, Sittingbourne
Swale, ME10 4SE
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