Ethelbert Road Primary School
99%
Capacity
208
Pupils
3.7x
Demand
About Ethelbert Road Primary School
Ethelbert 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 Ethelbert Road Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Michele Kirkbride, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 80% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1469th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 48 in Swale.
Ethelbert Road Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 112 applications for 30 places, making it 3.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 41 were first-preference applications.
Ethelbert Road Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 75% recommending the school (100 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ethelbert Road Primary School include ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Forest School, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Tennis, Gymnastics, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Science Club, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Swale, Ethelbert 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 | Ethelbert Road, Faversham, Swale, ME13 8SQ |
| Headteacher | Michele Kirkbride |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 208 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.8% |
| School Capacity | 208 / 210 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (80%)
1469th of 13,686
Nationally
192nd of 2,034
In South East
5th of 48
In Swale
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
80%
Expected Standard
20%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
80%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
100 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
112
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
41 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 Ethelbert Road Primary School
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Contact Information
Ethelbert Road, Faversham
Swale, ME13 8SQ
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