Plaistow and Kirdford Primary School

About Plaistow and Kirdford Primary School

We pride ourselves on having a strong staff team that help the children become independent, resilient learners who not only have the skills for learning but become respectful citizens and good friends to one another.

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Key Facts

Founded 1869

Head/Principal Charlie King

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 5.0

Facilities 5.0

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 67 responses • 33.5% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

95.5% positive 4.5% negative

My child feels safe at this school

92.6% positive 7.5% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

85% positive 10.5% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

80.6% positive 12% negative

My child does well at this school

92.6% positive 6% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 67 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

9.1

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

72.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

76.0%

Reading

Avg score: 105.0

80.0%

Maths

Avg score: 105.0

80.0%

Writing

Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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Emily D. Unconfirmed

Parent May 20, 2022

5.0

"A Home Away from Home"

My children have absolutely thrived at Plaistow and Kirdford Primary School. The warm and welcoming staff have created a nurturing environment where my kids feel encouraged to learn and grow. From the excellent Forest School programs to the outstanding teachers, I couldn't be happier with our experience.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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James P. Unconfirmed

Parent Dec 15, 2021

5.0

"An Excellent Education in a Lovely Setting"

My daughter is in her second year at Plaistow and Kirdford, and we've been thoroughly impressed with the school's commitment to providing a well-rounded education. The teachers are supportive and engaging, and the facilities are excellent. We feel so lucky to have found such a wonderful school.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sarah K. Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 10, 2020

4.0

"A Good but Not Great Experience"

We moved our children to Plaistow and Kirdford from another local school, and while they settled in well, we didn't feel that the school really exceeded our expectations. The teachers were friendly, but we didn't see the same level of academic push as we had expected. That being said, the school's Forest School programs were a highlight for our children.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 4/5

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