Whitehill Primary School

A requires improvement academy converter school in Kent. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Whitehill Primary School.

Gravesend, DA125HN Ofsted: Requires Improvement Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

39

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
35.8
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 42.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
35.6
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 1.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
50.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Requires Improvement

How we weight each phase

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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

Requires Improvement
Overall effectiveness
Requires Improvement
Last inspected
27 February 2024
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
Quality of education
Requires Improvement
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Requires Improvement
Safeguarding
Effective

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Sun Lane
Gravesend, DA125HN

Location

Find the school on the map

Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
140800
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Sun Lane, Gravesend, DA12 5HN
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
ALETHEIA ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
630 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
645
Free School Meals
34.7% (224 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
1.2% (8 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
92.3%
Good
Persistent Absence
22.8%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 101.0 103.0
2023 102.0 104.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends.

Performance Trends

Interactive performance metrics over time

Whitehill Primary School
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Year Mat Average Read Average
2023 102.0 104.0
2024 101.0 103.0

Overall Trend:

Declining trend (-1.0 per year)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
24 pupils
Very Good
Pupils per Year Group
72
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
645 pupils
3-11

Performance Trend

Declining trend (-1.0 per year)

Down -1.0% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Harmonious Autonomous Noble Determined Spirited

Head Teacher's Message

A welcome message from Headteacher Mrs Angela Carpenter describing Whitehill as a strong, thriving, safe and nurturing community focused on ambitious learning, happiness, confidence and independence for all students.

Curriculum Highlights

Broad, balanced and inclusive curriculum Spirals and revisits key skills and concepts across year groups Rosenshine's Ten Principles underpin curriculum delivery Real-life immersive experiences and enrichment opportunities Assessment includes formative (live marking/feedback) and summative reviews

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Admissions Criteria

PAN 60 for September 2026; Kent County Council coordinates admission arrangements for Reception; applications are via the Local Authority; information links include the Whitehill Admission Policy, Defer Admissions Policy, and Kent County Council guidance; In-Year Admissions forms are available; the school states contact details for Primary Admissions and the office for mid-year transfers.

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