PrimaryData as of May 2026

The Discovery School

Discovery Drive, Kings Hill, West Malling, ME19 4GJ

Community school

Pupils

635

Ages

4-11

FSM

8.0%

Capacity

630

Ofsted

Outstanding

Feb 2023

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

91.0%

Writing

84.0%

Maths

89.0%

RWM Combined

80.0%

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About The Discovery School

The Discovery School is a primary school in West Malling, Kent. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Outstanding (2023 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 80% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 635 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Discovery Drive, West Malling, ME19 4GJ | More schools in Kent

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for The Discovery School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Feb 2023 — Outstanding
Nov 2008 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about The Discovery School

What is The Discovery School's Ofsted rating?

The Discovery School received a Outstanding rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.

What are The Discovery School's latest exam results?

The Discovery School: KS2 2024/25: 80% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is The Discovery School located?

The Discovery School is a primary school in West Malling, Kent (ME19 4GJ).

How many pupils attend The Discovery School?

The Discovery School has around 635 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare The Discovery School with other schools?

View The Discovery School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Kent.