Our Lady of Hartley Catholic Primary School, Hartley, Longfield
98%
Capacity
213
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Our Lady of Hartley Catholic Primary School, Hartley, Longfield
Our Lady of Hartley Catholic Primary School, Hartley, Longfield is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Sevenoaks community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 213 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 218 places).
the school is led by headteacher James Baker, 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 4612th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 38 in Sevenoaks.
Our Lady of Hartley Catholic Primary School, Hartley, Longfield is a popular choice with families — it received 92 applications for 30 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Our Lady of Hartley Catholic Primary School, Hartley, Longfield include ICT Suite, Forest School, Sensory Room, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Netball, Rounders, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sevenoaks, Our Lady of Hartley Catholic Primary School, Hartley, Longfield 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Stack Lane, Longfield, Sevenoaks, DA3 8BL |
| Headteacher | James Baker |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 213 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.2% |
| School Capacity | 213 / 218 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4612th of 13,686
Nationally
646th of 2,034
In South East
18th of 38
In Sevenoaks
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
16%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
92
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Lady of Hartley Catholic Primary School, Hartley, Longfield
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Contact Information
Stack Lane, Longfield
Sevenoaks, DA3 8BL
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