Sutton Valence Primary School
98%
Capacity
205
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Sutton Valence Primary School
Sutton Valence Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Maidstone community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 205 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Sutton Valence Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rebecca Latham-Parsons, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10569th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 37th out of 44 in Maidstone.
Sutton Valence Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 96 applications for 29 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Sutton Valence Primary School include Gymnasium, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Cross Country, Cricket, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Book Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.9%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Maidstone, Sutton Valence 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | North Street, Maidstone, Maidstone, ME17 3HT |
| Headteacher | Rebecca Latham-Parsons |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 205 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.9% |
| School Capacity | 205 / 210 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (29 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jan 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10569th of 13,686
Nationally
1593rd of 2,034
In South East
37th of 44
In Maidstone
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
43%
'23/24
50%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
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
2025/26Oversubscribed29
96
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
North Street, Maidstone
Maidstone, ME17 3HT
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