PrimaryData as of May 2026

The Downs Church of England Primary School

Owen Square, Walmer, Deal, CT14 7TL

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Church of England

Pupils

318

Ages

4-11

FSM

38.1%

Capacity

420

Ofsted

Good

Sept 2023

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

67.0%

Writing

65.0%

Maths

61.0%

RWM Combined

48.0%

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About The Downs Church of England Primary School

The Downs Church of England Primary School is a primary school in Deal, Kent. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2023 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 48% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 318 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Owen Square, Deal, CT14 7TL | More schools in Kent

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for The Downs Church of England Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Sept 2023 — Good
Oct 2011 — Good (predecessor: The Downs Church of England Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about The Downs Church of England Primary School

What is The Downs Church of England Primary School's Ofsted rating?

The Downs Church of England Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.

What are The Downs Church of England Primary School's latest exam results?

The Downs Church of England Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 48% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is The Downs Church of England Primary School located?

The Downs Church of England Primary School is a primary school in Deal, Kent (CT14 7TL).

How many pupils attend The Downs Church of England Primary School?

The Downs Church of England Primary School has around 318 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare The Downs Church of England Primary School with other schools?

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