Kingswood Primary School
93%
Capacity
130
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Kingswood Primary School
Kingswood Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Maidstone community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 130 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 140 places).
Ofsted has rated Kingswood Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lynsey Sanchez Daviu, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6572nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 44 in Maidstone.
Kingswood Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 12 applications for 6 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 5 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Kingswood Primary School include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Library, Forest School, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Cross Country, Gymnastics, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Maidstone, Kingswood 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 | Cayser Drive, Maidstone, Maidstone, ME17 3QF |
| Headteacher | Lynsey Sanchez Daviu |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 130 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.6% |
| School Capacity | 130 / 140 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Jul 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Jul 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 10 Jun 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6572nd of 13,686
Nationally
926th of 2,034
In South East
21st of 44
In Maidstone
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
63%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed6
12
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
5 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Cayser Drive, Maidstone
Maidstone, ME17 3QF
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