Westgate Primary School

About Westgate Primary School

Westgate Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Dartford community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 212 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 210 places).

Ofsted has rated Westgate Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Chloe Bethell, it falls under Kent local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 87% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 587th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 26 in Dartford.

Westgate Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 131 applications for 29 places, making it 4.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 39 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 Westgate Primary School include Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Library, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cricket, Rounders, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Eco Club, Book Club, Gardening.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.3%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Dartford, Westgate 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.

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