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Borden Church of England Primary School
School Lane, Borden, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME9 8JS, Kent
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
94.2 / 100
Top 6%
Better than 94% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
124
Capacity
140
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
89%
Faith
Church of England
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted and impressive Key Stage 2 results, this primary school boasts 94% of pupils meeting expected standards in reading, writing, and mathematics, placing it in the top 1% nationally. Parent satisfaction is relatively strong, with 83% recommending the school, although feedback is based on a limited number of responses. Overall, it presents a solid choice for families seeking a high-performing educational environment.
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Last inspected: 12 November 2024Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: OutstandingLeadership & Management: Good
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%. | 94% | Top 1% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 19% | Top 10% UK |
Parent View (30 responses)
★★★★★4.2
My child feels safe
100%
School keeps me informed
100%
My child is happy
93%
Good range of extra-curricular
93%
Good range of subjects
93%
My child makes good progress
90%
Progress is communicated
90%
Behaviour is good
87%
School supports development
87%
I'd recommend this school
83%
School has high expectations
83%
School responds to concerns
60%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British75.0%
Black African7.3%
Mixed W+B Carib.4.0%
White Other4.0%
Mixed Other2.4%
Gypsy/Roma1.6%
Black Caribbean1.6%
Mixed W+B African0.8%
Black Other0.8%
Asian Chinese0.8%
Location
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51.33858, 0.69466 · ME9 8JS
School details
Local authorityKent
RegionSouth East
URN144867
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.borden.kent.sch.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Borden Church of England Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Borden Church of England Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 12 November 2024.
Is Borden Church of England Primary School a good school?
Borden Church of England Primary School scores 94.2/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 6% 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 Borden Church of England Primary School?
Based on 30 Ofsted Parent View responses, Borden Church of England Primary School receives a satisfaction score of 83% across all parent survey questions.
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