Chilton Primary School
| Type | Primary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 4-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Chilton Lane Ramsgate Kent CT11 0LQ |
| Phone | 01843597695 |
| Reference Number | 141766 |
Chilton Primary School has successfully maintained the high standards set at its last inspection, demonstrating effective leadership and a commitment to excellence in education. The school fosters a joyful and inclusive environment where pupils feel safe and are eager to learn. With strong academic performance and exceptional personal development opportunities, students are well-prepared for their next educational steps. This ungraded inspection marks the first since the school was previously judged outstanding in 2019, and there is a clear indication that the positive ethos remains intact, supported by a dedicated staff and engaged community.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 418 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 46.41%
Girls: 53.59% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 17.5% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 2.9% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 27.9 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 30.2 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 26.3 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 25 | 35 | 60 |
| 2 | 28 | 32 | 60 |
| 3 | 26 | 34 | 60 |
| 4 | 26 | 34 | 60 |
| 5 | 24 | 35 | 59 |
| 6 | 34 | 24 | 58 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 90% |
| White, Other | 2.9% |
| White & Asian | 1.9% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.4% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.2% |
| Unclassified | 0.7% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.5% |
| Indian | 0.5% |
| Chinese | 0.2% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 03 Jun 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 03 Jun 2025 | School inspection |
| 09 Jan 2019 | Full inspection: |
| 21 Mar 2018 | Short inspection |
| 04 Mar 2015 | Academy conversion letter |
| 21 Mar 2013 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as Chilton Primary School | |
| 21 Mar 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 13 Jan 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 13 Jan 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 28 Nov 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 28 Nov 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 02 May 2007 | Monitoring visit |
| 02 May 2007 | Monitoring visit |
| 09 Nov 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 09 Nov 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 27 Jan 2003 | Full inspection |
| 27 Jan 2003 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong relationships between staff and pupils create a respectful and kind atmosphere.
- High academic achievement across all subjects.
- Effective reading and phonics program that fosters a love for reading.
- Well-structured and engaging curriculum that builds knowledge progressively.
- Exceptional personal development opportunities through diverse experiences.
- High attendance rates and exemplary attitudes towards learning.
Ofsted Parent View
The latest published parent view scores are from 2018. Ofsted only publish scores if there have been more than 10 responses to the survey.
| Strongly Agree | Agree | Disagree | Strongly Disagree | Don't Know | Total Responses | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. My child is happy at this school | 9 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 22 |
| 2. My child feels safe at this school | 9 | 8 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 22 |
| 3. My child makes good progress at this school | 9 | 9 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 22 |
| 4. My child is well looked after at this school | 11 | 7 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 22 |
| 5. My child is taught well at this school | 8 | 10 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 22 |
| 6. My child receives appropriate homework for their age | 6 | 8 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 22 |
| 7. This school makes sure its pupils are well behaved | 6 | 8 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 22 |
| 8. This school deals effectively with bullying | 4 | 9 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 22 |
| 9. This school is well led and managed | 10 | 8 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 22 |
| 10. This school responds well to any concerns I raise | 8 | 7 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 22 |
| 11. I receive valuable information from the school about my child’s progress | 8 | 10 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 22 |
| 12. Would you recommend this school to another parent? | 17 | 5 |
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 78% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 16% |
Average Scaled Score
Results are converted into scaled scores to allow accurate comparisons of performance over time even if the difficulty of the test varies over time. Scaled scores range from 80 to 120.
| Subject | School | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 108 | ||
| Maths | 106 |
Progress Scores
A progress score is a way to measure how well a student progressed in comparison to other students of a similar starting ability. A score of zero means would mean that a student made the same progress as others that had a similar starting a ability. A positive score would mean that the student made more progress than other students of similar starting ability. The scores below are for the whole school so is the average progress score across all students.
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | -0.5 | ||
| Writing | 0.5 | ||
| Maths | -0.1 |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 52 | 1 |
| Third Preference | 35 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
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