Downsview Community Primary School
67%
Capacity
141
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Downsview Community Primary School
Downsview Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sevenoaks community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 141 pupils on roll, operating at 67% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Downsview Community Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Caroline Cain, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5883rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 38 in Sevenoaks.
Downsview Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 23 applications for 16 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 5 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Downsview Community Primary School include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Rounders, Gymnastics, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Film Club, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 46.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sevenoaks, Downsview 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Beech Avenue, Swanley, Sevenoaks, BR8 8AU |
| Headteacher | Caroline Cain |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 141 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 46.8% |
| School Capacity | 141 / 210 (67% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Jun 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
5883rd of 13,686
Nationally
826th of 2,034
In South East
21st of 38
In Sevenoaks
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
37%
'23/24
65%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed16
23
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
5 families put this school as their 1st choice (22% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Beech Avenue, Swanley
Sevenoaks, BR8 8AU
Journey to School
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