Harrietsham Church of England Primary School
94%
Capacity
395
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Harrietsham Church of England Primary School
Harrietsham Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Maidstone community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 395 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Harrietsham Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jackie Chambers, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4907th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 44 in Maidstone.
Harrietsham Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 91 applications for 60 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 60 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 Harrietsham Church of England Primary School include Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Library, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Cross Country, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Art Club, Eco Club, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.6%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Maidstone, Harrietsham Church of England 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 | Church of England |
| Address | West Street, Maidstone, Maidstone, ME17 1JZ |
| Headteacher | Jackie Chambers |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 395 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.6% |
| School Capacity | 395 / 420 (94% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
4907th of 13,686
Nationally
684th of 2,034
In South East
18th of 44
In Maidstone
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
68%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed60
91
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
60 families put this school as their 1st choice (66% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Harrietsham Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
West Street, Maidstone
Maidstone, ME17 1JZ
Journey to School
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