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Goudhurst and Kilndown Church of England Primary School
Beaman Close, Cranbrook Road, Goudhurst, Cranbrook, Kent, TN17 1DZ, Kent
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
99.5 / 100
Top 1%
Better than 100% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Outstanding
Pupils
211
Capacity
210
Ages
5–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
100%
Faith
Church of England
Summary
With an Outstanding rating from Ofsted and impressive KS2 results, where 80% of pupils meet expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, this primary school stands out in the top 13% nationally. Parent satisfaction is exceptionally high, with 93% recommending the school, reflecting a strong community and supportive environment. Overall, it offers a robust educational experience for children aged 5-11.
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Last inspected: 25 February 2025Quality Of Education: OutstandingPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: OutstandingLeadership & Management: Outstanding
KS2 SATs Results
cohort size not published| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Expected standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of Year 6 pupils meeting the expected level in all three subjects. The key primary benchmark — needed for a confident secondary school start. National average ~61%. | 80% | Top 13% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 40% | Top 0% UK |
Parent View (100 responses)
★★★★★4.4
School keeps me informed
100%
Good range of extra-curricular
98%
My child feels safe
97%
Good range of subjects
97%
My child is happy
96%
Progress is communicated
95%
My child makes good progress
94%
Behaviour is good
94%
I'd recommend this school
93%
School has high expectations
89%
School supports development
88%
School responds to concerns
72%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British82.9%
White Other8.5%
Mixed Other2.8%
Gypsy/Roma1.9%
Mixed W+Asian0.9%
White Irish0.9%
traveller_irish0.9%
Asian Other0.5%
Black African0.5%
Location
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51.11356, 0.46759 · TN17 1DZ
School details
Local authorityKent
RegionSouth East
URN118601
School typeVoluntary controlled school
Frequently asked questions
What is Goudhurst and Kilndown Church of England Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Goudhurst and Kilndown Church of England Primary School was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 25 February 2025.
Is Goudhurst and Kilndown Church of England Primary School a good school?
Goudhurst and Kilndown Church of England Primary School scores 99.5/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 1% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
What do parents say about Goudhurst and Kilndown Church of England Primary School?
Based on 100 Ofsted Parent View responses, Goudhurst and Kilndown Church of England Primary School receives a satisfaction score of 87% across all parent survey questions.
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