Maypole Primary School
95%
Capacity
399
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Maypole Primary School
Maypole Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Dartford community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 399 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Maypole Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Shern Virdi, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4471st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 26 in Dartford.
Maypole Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 129 applications for 51 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 51 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Maypole Primary School include ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Gymnastics, Swimming, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Drama, Book Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dartford, Maypole 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 | Franklin Road, Dartford, Dartford, DA2 7UZ |
| Headteacher | Shern Virdi |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 399 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.0% |
| School Capacity | 399 / 420 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jun 2018Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Jun 2018): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 25 Oct 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4471st of 13,686
Nationally
623rd of 2,034
In South East
15th of 26
In Dartford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
19%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
69%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed51
129
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
51 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maypole Primary School
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Contact Information
Franklin Road, Dartford
Dartford, DA2 7UZ
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