Northdown Primary School

A good academy sponsor led school in Kent. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Northdown Primary School.

Margate, CT93RE Ofsted: Good Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

47

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
48.5
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 57.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
33.3
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 0.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
23 November 2021
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Tenterden Way
Margate, CT93RE

Location

Find the school on the map

Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
138434
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Address
Tenterden Way, Margate, CT9 3RE
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
THE KEMNAL ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
427 pupils
Setting
Urban: Further from a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
329
Free School Meals
78.6% (259 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
3.0% (10 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
90.4%
Good
Persistent Absence
36.5%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 101.0 105.0
2023 100.0 102.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends.

Performance Trends

Interactive performance metrics over time

Northdown Primary School
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Year Mat Average Read Average
2023 100.0 102.0
2024 101.0 105.0

Overall Trend:

Improving trend (+2.0 per year)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
18 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
37
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
329 pupils
3-11

Performance Trend

Improving trend (+2.0 per year)

Up 2.0% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Harmony Curiosity Courage Determination Aspiration

Head Teacher's Message

Headteacher welcomes families and emphasises tailored educational experiences, the importance of individual developmental progress, and partnership with families to help every child reach their potential.

Facilities

Free flow outdoor learning area Modern indoor learning space Construction area Role Play area Home Corner Small World play area Mud kitchens Water tables Painting Dedicated kitchen for cooking activities

Curriculum Highlights

Read Write Inc phonics and early reading Accelerated Reader Mathematics Mastery Topic-based curriculum with 'In The Moment' planning Outdoor learning integrated with SMSC and British Values

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes

SEND Provision

TKAT ACE Ambition Tutors – a champion for every child – provides one-to-one mentoring for disadvantaged pupils and their families with the aim of helping these pupils overcome barriers to progress both academically and socially/emotionally.

Admissions Criteria

Reception (4–5 year olds) admissions are handled online; Year 3 entrants transition from Year 2; In-year admissions forms can be returned to the school; If the school is oversubscribed, distance-based criteria determine priority with random selection if distances are equal; appeals are available if a place is not offered.

Financial Information

Breakfast Club: £2.50 per day (7:45am–8:40am; payable via the School Gateway app). The Cove Nursery: £18 per 3-hour session; lunch included if a full-day session; fees reviewed annually in September.

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