Explore other schools in this area
See every school around ME19 4GJ on an interactive map — Ofsted, phase filters, GCSE context where published, and Parent View themes.
Open schools map →🎓 SchoolPrimary
The Discovery School
Discovery Drive, Kings Hill, West Malling, Kent, ME19 4GJ, Kent
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
96.0 / 100
Top 4%
Better than 96% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Outstanding
Pupils
635
Capacity
630
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
101%
Summary
With an Outstanding rating from Ofsted and a strong performance in key stage 2, this primary school boasts 80% of pupils meeting expected standards in reading, writing, and mathematics, placing it in the top 13% nationally. Parent satisfaction is likely high, reflected in the impressive LocaleIQ score of 96.0, which is better than 96% of schools. Overall, this institution demonstrates a solid commitment to academic excellence, making it an appealing choice for families.
Explore this location
Start from postcode ME19 4GJ — compare nearby schools or open the full live area report.
Explore the area around The Discovery School
Crime trends, planning applications, licensed HMOs, roadworks, and neighbourhood context — the same postcode workflow LocaleIQ uses for moving and schools research.
Open area analysis →Ofsted inspection
Last inspected: 21 February 2023Quality 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%. | 18% | Top 12% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British72.1%
Mixed Other7.4%
White Other4.6%
Asian Indian3.3%
Black African2.4%
Mixed W+B African1.6%
Asian Pakistani1.4%
Mixed W+Asian1.3%
Asian Chinese1.1%
Other0.9%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.8%
Asian Bangladeshi0.8%
Gypsy/Roma0.5%
White Irish0.5%
Asian Other0.3%
Black Caribbean0.2%
Location
Loading map…
51.27197, 0.41786 · ME19 4GJ
School details
Local authorityKent
RegionSouth East
URN134057
School typeCommunity school
Websitewww.discovery.kent.sch.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is The Discovery School rated by Ofsted?
The Discovery School was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 21 February 2023.
Is The Discovery School a good school?
The Discovery School scores 96.0/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 4% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
What are the best schools near ME19 4GJ?
Use the LocaleIQ map to explore all schools near ME19 4GJ with Ofsted ratings, GCSE results, and parent reviews overlaid. You can filter by Primary, Secondary, Nursery or College.