Istead Rise Primary School
99%
Capacity
208
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Istead Rise Primary School
Istead Rise Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Gravesham 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 Istead Rise Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Steven Payne, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% 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 2126th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 25 in Gravesham.
Istead Rise Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 99 applications for 30 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 44 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 Istead Rise Primary School include Library, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Tennis, Dance, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Science Club, Art Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gravesham, Istead Rise 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 | Downs Road, Gravesend, Gravesham, DA13 9HG |
| Headteacher | Steven Payne |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 208 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.9% |
| School Capacity | 208 / 210 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (28 Feb 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Oct 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2126th of 13,686
Nationally
288th of 2,034
In South East
2nd of 25
In Gravesham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
77%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed30
99
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
44 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Istead Rise Primary School
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Contact Information
Downs Road, Gravesend
Gravesham, DA13 9HG
Downs Road, Gravesend
Gravesham, DA13 9HG
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