Davington Primary School
99%
Capacity
416
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Davington Primary School
Davington Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Swale community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 416 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Davington Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Chilton Saint, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7867th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 26th out of 48 in Swale.
Davington Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 130 applications for 60 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 58 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 Davington Primary School include Dining Hall, Library, ICT Suite, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Netball, Gymnastics, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Book Club, Art Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.8%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Swale, Davington 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Priory Row, Faversham, Swale, ME13 7EQ |
| Headteacher | Chilton Saint |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 416 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.8% |
| School Capacity | 416 / 420 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7867th of 13,686
Nationally
1139th of 2,034
In South East
26th of 48
In Swale
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
60%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
130
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
58 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Davington Primary School
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Contact Information
Priory Row, Faversham
Swale, ME13 7EQ
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