Sutton-At-Hone Church of England Primary School
95%
Capacity
397
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Sutton-At-Hone Church of England Primary School
Sutton-At-Hone Church of England 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 397 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Sutton-At-Hone Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Karen Trowell, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5798th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 26 in Dartford.
Sutton-At-Hone Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 88 applications for 43 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 40 were first-preference applications.
Sutton-At-Hone Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 81% recommending the school (113 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Sutton-At-Hone Church of England Primary School include Dining Hall, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Cricket, Cross Country, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Film Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.7%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dartford, Sutton-At-Hone Church of England 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 | Church Road, Dartford, Dartford, DA4 9EX |
| Headteacher | Karen Trowell |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 397 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.7% |
| School Capacity | 397 / 420 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Apr 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (24 Apr 2025): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 8 Feb 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5798th of 13,686
Nationally
814th of 2,034
In South East
17th of 26
In Dartford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
66%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
113 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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed43
88
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
40 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sutton-At-Hone Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Church Road, Dartford
Dartford, DA4 9EX
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