Kingston Primary School
100%
Capacity
211
Pupils
4.9x
Demand
About Kingston Primary School
Kingston Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Castle Point community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 211 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places).
the school is led by headteacher Aaron Cross, it falls under Essex 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 544th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 19 in Castle Point.
Kingston Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 148 applications for 30 places, making it 4.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 49 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Kingston Primary School include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Dance, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Film Club, Coding, Drama, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Castle Point, Kingston Primary School is one of the options available in the East of England 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 | Church Road, Thundersley, Castle Point, SS7 3HG |
| Headteacher | Aaron Cross |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 211 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.5% |
| School Capacity | 211 / 210 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (87%)
544th of 13,686
Nationally
53rd of 1,612
In East of England
1st of 19
In Castle Point
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
87%
Expected Standard
27%
Higher Standard
'22/23
80%
'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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
148
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
49 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Kingston Primary School
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Contact Information
Church Road, Thundersley
Castle Point, SS7 3HG
Journey to School
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