Sissinghurst Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School, Cranbrook
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Location
Estimated admission likelihood based on school density and oversubscription data
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 1 year agoOverall
Quality of Education
Behaviour & Attitudes
Personal Development
Leadership & Management
Early Years
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
This school excels at creating a warm, engaging environment where every child's unique talents are valued. Reading is a central strength with expert phonics teaching and classrooms full of interesting books. The school offers wonderful opportunities for pupil leadership and character development, from school council roles to woodland learning where children safely develop independence and practical skills.
Key Strengths
- Outstanding early years provision giving children a strong foundation for learning
- Excellent behaviour and positive pupil attitudes, with older pupils supporting younger ones
- Strong leadership and governance with effective oversight of school improvements
- Well-taught reading programme with phonics and regular support for struggling readers
- Effective support for pupils with SEND who are adapted for in lessons
Areas for Improvement
- Pupils don't consistently retain and recall knowledge in foundation subjects over time
- Some of the most vulnerable pupils still have poor attendance despite recent improvements
Safeguarding
Safeguarding arrangements are effective with clear policies and a positive culture that prioritises pupil safety.
Extracurricular Activities
School council, house captains, planet defenders, event planners, peace garden development, woodland environment activities, construction area, parachute games, pirate ship building project
Sissinghurst Primary is a good school where leaders have transformed it since the last inspection by implementing a well-planned curriculum and creating a supportive, engaging community. Pupils achieve well academically and develop strong leadership qualities in a caring environment where children 'run into school happily every morning'.
At a Glance
20.7%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
What Parents Think
42 responsesSource: Ofsted Parent View - % who strongly agree or agree
Primary Performance (KS2)
Academic year 2025/26KS2 Results (% meeting expected standard)
Reading has declined from 83% to 68%. Maths has improved from 70% to 82%. Writing has declined from 87% to 77%.
Class Sizes
24.7
Avg class size
26.3
Infant (KS1)
23.5
KS2
7
Total classes
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
89%
Available places
194 pupils
218 capacity
24 spare places available
Area Demand Pressure - Cranbrook
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for Cranbrook
Admissions Demand - Kent
Places available
19,144
Applications
16,524
Got 1st preference
90.6%
Got preferred school
98.5%
Primary admissions across Kent (2025/26)
Inspection History(7)
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SEN Provision
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Pupil Demographics
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School Funding
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Pupil Absence2024/25
5.43332%
Overall absence
17.61006%
Persistent absence
159
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
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