Painters Ash Primary School
95%
Capacity
397
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Painters Ash Primary School
Painters Ash Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Gravesham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 397 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Painters Ash Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Georgina Salter, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5269th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 25 in Gravesham.
Painters Ash Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 127 applications for 53 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 48 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Painters Ash Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Gymnastics, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Drama, Science Club, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.2%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gravesham, Painters Ash 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 | Masefield Road, Gravesend, Gravesham, DA11 8EL |
| Headteacher | Georgina Salter |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 397 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.2% |
| School Capacity | 397 / 420 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (1 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Jul 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5269th of 13,686
Nationally
728th of 2,034
In South East
10th of 25
In Gravesham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
67%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed53
127
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
48 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Masefield Road, Gravesend
Gravesham, DA11 8EL
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