Knockhall Primary School
64%
Capacity
436
Pupils
0.9x
Demand
About Knockhall Primary School
Knockhall Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Dartford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 436 pupils on roll, operating at 64% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Knockhall Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Kathryn Yiannadji, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8140th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 26 in Dartford.
The school has 54 places available and received 50 applications, meaning most applicants are likely to secure a place.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Knockhall Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Art Studios.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Athletics, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Choir, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.2%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dartford, Knockhall 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Eynsford Road, Greenhithe, Dartford, DA9 9RF |
| Headteacher | Kathryn Yiannadji |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 436 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.2% |
| School Capacity | 436 / 682 (64% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8140th of 13,686
Nationally
1195th of 2,034
In South East
21st of 26
In Dartford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
41%
'23/24
59%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/2654
50
Places Available
More places available than applications received
21 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
Eynsford Road, Greenhithe
Dartford, DA9 9RF
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