Ulcombe Church of England Primary School
67%
Capacity
70
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Ulcombe Church of England Primary School
Ulcombe Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Maidstone community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 70 pupils on roll, operating at 67% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Ulcombe Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Olenka Parsons, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 0% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13661st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 44th out of 44 in Maidstone.
Ulcombe Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 16 applications for 9 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 9 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ulcombe Church of England Primary School include Art Studios, Playing Fields, Library, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Forest School, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Netball, Football, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Gardening, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 55.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Maidstone, Ulcombe 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 | The Street, Maidstone, Maidstone, ME17 1DU |
| Headteacher | Olenka Parsons |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 70 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 55.7% |
| School Capacity | 70 / 105 (67% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Jun 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (10 Jun 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 May 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (0%)
13661st of 13,686
Nationally
2032nd of 2,034
In South East
44th of 44
In Maidstone
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
0%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
13%
'23/24
0%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed9
16
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
9 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
The Street, Maidstone
Maidstone, ME17 1DU
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