St Edward's Catholic Primary School
96%
Capacity
202
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About St Edward's Catholic Primary School
St Edward's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Swale community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 202 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Edward's Catholic Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Angela Kinslow, 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 4552nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 48 in Swale.
St Edward's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 61 applications for 28 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
St Edward's Catholic Primary School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.2/5 from 1 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 87% recommending the school (15 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 Edward's Catholic Primary School include Dining Hall, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Forest School, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Swimming, Dance, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Book Club, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 55.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Swale, St Edward'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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | New Road, Sheerness, Swale, ME12 1BW |
| Headteacher | Angela Kinslow |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 202 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 55.4% |
| School Capacity | 202 / 210 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Sept 2024Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4552nd of 13,686
Nationally
639th of 2,034
In South East
18th of 48
In Swale
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
27%
'23/24
69%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
15 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
61
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Edward's Catholic Primary School
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Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
New Road, Sheerness
Swale, ME12 1BW
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