Stone St Mary's CofE Primary School
102%
Capacity
640
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Stone St Mary's CofE Primary School
Stone St Mary's CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Dartford community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 640 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 630 places).
Ofsted has rated Stone St Mary's CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jane Rolfe, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7012th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 26 in Dartford.
Stone St Mary's CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 178 applications for 90 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 106 were first-preference applications.
Stone St Mary's CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 94% recommending the school (117 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 Stone St Mary's CofE Primary School include Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Library, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Cross Country, Rounders, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Choir, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.1%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dartford, Stone St Mary's CofE 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 | Hayes Road, Greenhithe, Dartford, DA9 9EF |
| Headteacher | Jane Rolfe |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 640 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.1% |
| School Capacity | 640 / 630 (102% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 May 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 May 2025): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 3 Jun 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7012th of 13,686
Nationally
984th of 2,034
In South East
19th of 26
In Dartford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
62%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
117 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed90
178
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
106 families put this school as their 1st choice (60% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Stone St Mary's CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Hayes Road, Greenhithe
Dartford, DA9 9EF
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