Temple Hill Primary Academy
97%
Capacity
889
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Temple Hill Primary Academy
Temple Hill Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Dartford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 889 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 914 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Temple Hill Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Leon Dawson, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9636th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 26 in Dartford.
Temple Hill Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 151 applications for 69 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 55 were first-preference applications.
Temple Hill Primary Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 96% recommending the school (23 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Temple Hill Primary Academy include Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Rounders, Netball, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Choir, Chess, Science Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 40.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dartford, Temple Hill Primary Academy 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | St Edmund's Road, Dartford, Dartford, DA1 5ND |
| Headteacher | Leon Dawson |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 889 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 40.6% |
| School Capacity | 889 / 914 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Nov 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9636th of 13,686
Nationally
1428th of 2,034
In South East
23rd of 26
In Dartford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
52%
'23/24
54%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
23 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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed69
151
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
55 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Temple Hill Primary Academy
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Contact Information
St Edmund's Road, Dartford
Dartford, DA1 5ND
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