St Mary of Charity CofE (Aided) Primary School
100%
Capacity
211
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About St Mary of Charity CofE (Aided) Primary School
St Mary of Charity CofE (Aided) Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Swale community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 211 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Mary of Charity CofE (Aided) Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Louise Rowley-Jones, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10229th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 39th out of 48 in Swale.
St Mary of Charity CofE (Aided) Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 91 applications for 30 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 40 were first-preference applications.
St Mary of Charity CofE (Aided) Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 91% recommending the school (33 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Mary of Charity CofE (Aided) Primary School include Music Rooms, Library, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Netball, Cross Country, Cricket, as well as clubs including Choir, Drama, Chess, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 39.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Swale, St Mary of Charity CofE (Aided) 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Orchard Place, Faversham, Swale, ME13 8AP |
| Headteacher | Louise Rowley-Jones |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 211 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 39.3% |
| School Capacity | 211 / 210 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Jul 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Sept 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10229th of 13,686
Nationally
1534th of 2,034
In South East
39th of 48
In Swale
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
16%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
52%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
33 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
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
91
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
40 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Mary of Charity CofE (Aided) Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Orchard Place, Faversham
Swale, ME13 8AP
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