Langafel Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
95%
Capacity
315
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Langafel Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Langafel Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Dartford community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 315 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 331 places).
Ofsted has rated Langafel Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Catherine Maynard, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 51% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10461st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 26th out of 26 in Dartford.
Langafel Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 54 applications for 24 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Langafel Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School include Forest School, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Rounders, Gymnastics, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Art Club, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 37.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dartford, Langafel Church of England Voluntary Controlled 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Main Road, Longfield, Dartford, DA3 7PW |
| Headteacher | Catherine Maynard |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 315 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 37.1% |
| School Capacity | 315 / 331 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (51%)
10461st of 13,686
Nationally
1570th of 2,034
In South East
26th of 26
In Dartford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
51%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'23/24
51%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: 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
2025/26Oversubscribed24
54
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
18 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 Langafel Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
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Contact Information
Main Road, Longfield
Dartford, DA3 7PW
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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