What is the best primary school in Dartford?

On our composite score, Leigh Academy Dartford is the top-ranked primary school in Dartford, with a grade A. The score is one view of a school: each profile shows the figures behind it, and the list above ranks every scored primary school in the area.

How many primary schools are there in Dartford?

There are 25 primary schools in Dartford with a composite score on FindGreatSchools. Schools too new to have published results, and independent and special schools, are listed on their own pages.

How are primary schools in Dartford ranked?

By our composite score, which blends four domains (Ofsted inspection, attainment, progress and engagement) into a grade from A to F. Schools are ordered by score weighted by data completeness, so a school with thin data cannot leapfrog a well-measured one. The method and weights are published in full.

When do I apply for a primary school place in Dartford?

Applications for Reception places in Dartford starting in September 2027 close on 15 January 2027. You apply through the council where you live, and offers are made on National Offer Day, 16 April 2027 (or the next working day).

The best primary schools in Dartford

Compare 25 top-rated primary schools in Dartford, ranked by Ofsted ratings, SATs results, attendance and progress. Top of the list: Leigh Academy Dartford.

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Compare the top two side by side: Leigh Academy Dartford vs Westgate Primary School

The best primary schools in Dartford

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Leigh Academy Dartford

Westgate Primary School

Our Lady's Catholic Primary School, Dartford

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Dartford Bridge Community Primary School

The Gateway Primary Academy

Horton Kirby Church of England Primary School

Sutton-At-Hone Church of England Primary School

St Paulinus Church of England Primary School

St Anselm's Catholic Primary School

Oakfield Primary Academy

Wilmington Primary School

Fleetdown Primary Academy

Haberdashers' Crayford Primary

Wentworth Primary School

Bean Primary School

West Hill Primary Academy

The Brent Primary School

Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School, Dartford

Temple Hill Primary Academy

Greenlands Primary School

River Mill Primary School

Maypole Primary School

Joydens Wood Junior School

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