Kemsing Primary School
83%
Capacity
174
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Kemsing Primary School
Kemsing Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sevenoaks community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 174 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Kemsing Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Tom Hardwick, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7033rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 25th out of 38 in Sevenoaks.
Kemsing Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 53 applications for 30 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Kemsing Primary School include Forest School, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Netball, Dance, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Film Club, Gardening, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sevenoaks, Kemsing 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | West End, Sevenoaks, Sevenoaks, TN15 6PU |
| Headteacher | Tom Hardwick |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 174 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.5% |
| School Capacity | 174 / 210 (83% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Jul 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Jul 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 4 Sept 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7033rd of 13,686
Nationally
987th of 2,034
In South East
25th of 38
In Sevenoaks
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
23%
Higher Standard
'22/23
79%
'23/24
62%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
53
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (62% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
West End, Sevenoaks
Sevenoaks, TN15 6PU
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