Cecil Road Primary and Nursery School
116%
Capacity
439
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Cecil Road Primary and Nursery School
Cecil Road Primary and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Gravesham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 439 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (116% of 378 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Cecil Road Primary and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher C Old, 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 4398th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 25 in Gravesham.
Cecil Road Primary and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 154 applications for 54 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 57 were first-preference applications.
Cecil Road Primary and Nursery School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 94% recommending the school (35 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Cecil Road Primary and Nursery School include ICT Suite, Forest School, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Rounders, Football, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Coding, Gardening, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.7%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gravesham, Cecil Road Primary and Nursery 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Cecil Road, Gravesend, Gravesham, DA11 7BT |
| Headteacher | C Old |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 439 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.7% |
| School Capacity | 439 / 378 (116% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Mar 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 May 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4398th of 13,686
Nationally
611th of 2,034
In South East
7th of 25
In Gravesham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
70%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
35 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed54
154
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
57 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cecil Road Primary and Nursery School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Cecil Road, Gravesend
Gravesham, DA11 7BT
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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