What is the best primary school in Kent?

On our composite score, Leigh Stationers' Primary Academy is the top-ranked primary school in Kent, 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 Kent?

There are 639 primary schools in Kent 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 Kent 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 Kent?

Applications for Reception places in Kent 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 Kent

Compare 639 top-rated primary schools in Kent, ranked by Ofsted ratings, SATs results, attendance and progress. Top of the list: Leigh Stationers' Primary Academy.

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Compare the top two side by side: Leigh Stationers' Primary Academy vs La Fontaine Academy

The best primary schools in Kent

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Leigh Stationers' Primary Academy

La Fontaine Academy

Leigh Academy Dartford

St James' Roman Catholic Primary School

Warren Road Primary School

Valley Invicta Primary School At Kings Hill

Blean Primary School

Harris Primary Academy Beckenham Green

Herne Church of England Junior School

Leigh Academy Oaks

Allington Primary School

Lady Boswell's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Sevenoaks

St Stephen's Catholic Primary School

Leigh Academy Cherry Orchard

Valley Invicta Primary School At Leybourne Chase

St John Fisher Catholic Primary School

St George's, Bickley, Church of England Primary School

St Fidelis Catholic Primary School

Crofton Junior School

Perry Hall Primary School

Goudhurst and Kilndown Church of England Primary School

Harris Primary Academy Beckenham

Leigh Academy High Halstow

Sussex Road Community Primary School

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