Fawkham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
97%
Capacity
102
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About Fawkham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Fawkham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Sevenoaks community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 102 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated Fawkham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mandy Bridges, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 87% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 591st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 38 in Sevenoaks.
Fawkham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 48 applications for 15 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Fawkham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School include Art Studios, Forest School, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Dance, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sevenoaks, Fawkham Church of England Voluntary Controlled 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Valley Road, LONGFIELD, Sevenoaks, DA3 8NA |
| Headteacher | Mandy Bridges |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 102 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.8% |
| School Capacity | 102 / 105 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Nov 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 4 Dec 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (87%)
591st of 13,686
Nationally
80th of 2,034
In South East
2nd of 38
In Sevenoaks
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
87%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
93%
'23/24
87%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
48
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
17 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Fawkham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
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Contact Information
Valley Road, LONGFIELD
Sevenoaks, DA3 8NA
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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