Chantry Community Primary School
110%
Capacity
464
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Chantry Community Primary School
Chantry Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Gravesham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 464 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (110% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Chantry Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kathryn Duncan, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 47% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11400th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 25 in Gravesham.
Chantry Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 107 applications for 58 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 57 were first-preference applications.
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 Chantry Community Primary School include Dining Hall, Library, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Tennis, Football, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Art Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 49.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gravesham, Chantry Community 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Ordnance Road, Gravesend, Gravesham, DA12 2RL |
| Headteacher | Kathryn Duncan |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 464 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 49.8% |
| School Capacity | 464 / 420 (110% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Jan 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (27 Jan 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Jan 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11400th of 13,686
Nationally
1720th of 2,034
In South East
22nd of 25
In Gravesham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
47%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
47%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed58
107
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
57 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Ordnance Road, Gravesend
Gravesham, DA12 2RL
Journey to School
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