Richmond Primary School
73%
Capacity
308
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Richmond Primary School
Richmond Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Swale community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 308 pupils on roll, operating at 73% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Richmond Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lesley Conway, 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 10499th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 40th out of 48 in Swale.
Richmond Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 56 applications for 30 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Richmond Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Library.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Dance, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Film Club, Coding, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 72.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Swale, Richmond 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Unity Street, Sheerness, Swale, ME12 2ET |
| Headteacher | Lesley Conway |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 308 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 72.7% |
| School Capacity | 308 / 420 (73% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Jan 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (51%)
10499th of 13,686
Nationally
1579th of 2,034
In South East
40th of 48
In Swale
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
51%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
30%
'23/24
51%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
56
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
30 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Unity Street, Sheerness
Swale, ME12 2ET
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