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Kingswood Primary School

Kingswood Primary School

Maidstone, ME17 3QFPrimary School·Ages 4-11
Goodby Ofsted

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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range4 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressCayser Drive, Maidstone, Maidstone, ME17 3QF
HeadteacherLynsey Sanchez Daviu
Local AuthorityKent
Number of Pupils130
Free School Meals (FSM)14.6%
School Capacity130 / 140 (93% full)

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

19 Jul 2022
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Overall Effectiveness

Good

Latest inspection (19 Jul 2022): School remains Good

Unchanged
Leadership & Management
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

Top 50%

926th of 2,034

In South East

Top 50%

21st of 44

In Maidstone

Top 50%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

63%

Expected Standard

6%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 106
Expected:75%
Higher:13%
Writing
Expected:88%
Higher:19%
MathsAvg Score: 106
Expected:69%
Higher:19%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeImproving +13%

'22/23

50%

'23/24

63%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguagePhysicalLearning DifficultyOther

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

9
Sports HallPlaying FieldsLibraryForest SchoolICT SuiteGymnasiumSensory RoomArt StudiosChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

10

Sports

CricketCross CountryGymnasticsTennisRoundersNetballFootball

Clubs & Activities

DramaBook ClubGardening

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

6

Applications

12

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio2.0x
0x1x2x3x5x+

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.

Frequently Asked Questions About Kingswood Primary School

Kingswood Primary School has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01622842674www.kingswoodkentsch.co.uk

Cayser Drive, Maidstone

Maidstone, ME17 3QF

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Cayser Drive, Maidstone

Maidstone, ME17 3QF

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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