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What is Garlinge Primary School and Nursery's Ofsted rating?

Garlinge Primary School and Nursery was rated "Good" by Ofsted (inspected 2023).

Where is Garlinge Primary School and Nursery located?

Garlinge Primary School and Nursery is located in Margate, Kent, South East, CT9 5PA.

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Garlinge Primary School and Nursery serves students aged 3 to 11.

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Garlinge Primary School and Nursery — Ofsted Rating, Results & School Data

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About Garlinge Primary School and Nursery

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In terms of academic performance, Garlinge Primary School and Nursery has 50% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2.

The school has 354 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 2.7%, 45% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 7.2%.

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OfstedGood · 2023KS2 expected50%Attendance92.8%

Profile completeness: 5 of 8 data domains · Good coverage

Exam & assessment results

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6.7

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Strong75% data coverage

Source: DfE / Ofsted · context only

Latest government data shown is for the 2024/25 academic year; some figures cover earlier years.

Is it a fit?

What kind of school is Garlinge Primary School and Nursery?

The practical facts that decide whether a school suits your family — at a glance.

Ages: 3–11
Intake: Co-ed
Admissions: Non-selective (state)
Character: Non-faith
Size: 354 pupils
SEN support: 23% of pupils

Likely a good fit for

Pupils who need extra support — 23% are on SEN support, above the typical share (~13%).

Based on the latest government data. Every child is different — use this as a starting point, not a verdict.

In context — vs similar-intake schools

The area around this school

Environment score: 60/100

Good surroundings

Air quality73/100

Transport access31/100

Results, finance & Ofsted — in depth

Key Stage 2 Results at Garlinge Primary School and Nursery

At Garlinge Primary School and Nursery, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths combined at the end of Key Stage 2.

64% met the expected standard in reading and 61% in maths.

Attendance at Garlinge Primary School and Nursery

Garlinge Primary School and Nursery has an overall absence rate of 7.2%. The national average for primary schools was approximately 6.0% (DfE, 2023/24).

Staff and Finance at Garlinge Primary School and Nursery

The teacher turnover rate at Garlinge Primary School and Nursery is 2.7%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.

Demographics at Garlinge Primary School and Nursery

Garlinge Primary School and Nursery has 354 pupils on roll.

45% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.

23% of pupils receive SEN (Special Educational Needs) support or have an Education, Health and Care plan.

Garlinge Primary School and Nursery Ofsted Rating: Good

Garlinge Primary School and Nursery was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in November 2023 (2 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Garlinge Primary School and Nursery is next inspection expected around 2027.

A "Good" rating means Ofsted found the school provides a high standard of education across all areas assessed. It has historically been the most common Ofsted rating.

Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Garlinge Primary School and Nursery's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.

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