St Anselm's Catholic Primary School
100%
Capacity
211
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About St Anselm's Catholic Primary School
St Anselm's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Dartford community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 211 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Anselm's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Laura White, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 73% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3127th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 26 in Dartford.
St Anselm's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 79 applications for 30 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
St Anselm's Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the school (55 responses).
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 St Anselm's Catholic Primary School include Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Tennis, Gymnastics, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Science Club, Book Club, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dartford, St Anselm's Catholic 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Littlebrook Manor Way, Dartford, Dartford, DA1 5EA |
| Headteacher | Laura White |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 211 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.8% |
| School Capacity | 211 / 210 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (73%)
3127th of 13,686
Nationally
414th of 2,034
In South East
10th of 26
In Dartford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
73%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
73%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
55 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
2025/26Oversubscribed30
79
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Anselm's Catholic Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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Contact Information
Littlebrook Manor Way, Dartford
Dartford, DA1 5EA
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