Platts Heath Primary School
62%
Capacity
56
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Platts Heath Primary School
Platts Heath Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Maidstone community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 56 pupils on roll, operating at 62% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Platts Heath Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Darren Waters, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 45% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11803rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 40th out of 44 in Maidstone.
Platts Heath Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 12 applications for 5 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 3 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 Platts Heath Primary School include Library, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Cricket, Athletics, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 46.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Maidstone, Platts Heath 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 | Headcorn Road, Maidstone, Maidstone, ME17 2NH |
| Headteacher | Darren Waters |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 56 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 46.4% |
| School Capacity | 56 / 91 (62% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Apr 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Jun 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (45%)
11803rd of 13,686
Nationally
1777th of 2,034
In South East
40th of 44
In Maidstone
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
45%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
24%
'23/24
45%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed5
12
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
3 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Headcorn Road, Maidstone
Maidstone, ME17 2NH
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