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What is Pilgrims' Way Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Pilgrims' Way Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted (inspected 2022).

Where is Pilgrims' Way Primary School located?

Pilgrims' Way Primary School is located in Canterbury, South East, CT1 1XU.

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Pilgrims' Way Primary School serves students aged 3 to 11.

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Pilgrims' Way Primary School — Ofsted Rating, Results & School Data

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About Pilgrims' Way Primary School

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In terms of academic performance, Pilgrims' Way Primary School has 36% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2.

The school has 196 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 8.0%, 43% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 8.9%.

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OfstedGood · 2022KS2 expected36%Attendance91.1%

Profile completeness: 5 of 8 data domains · Good coverage

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Is it a fit?

What kind of school is Pilgrims' Way Primary School?

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: 196 pupils
SEN support: 16% of pupils

In context — vs similar-intake schools

Bottom 25% for its intake

Pilgrims' Way Primary School is in the bottom 25% for KS2 results (reading, writing & maths) among schools with a similar intake (31–85% of pupils eligible for free school meals).

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The area around this school

Environment score: 47/100

Average surroundings

Air quality69/100

Transport access33/100

Results, finance & Ofsted — in depth

Key Stage 2 Results at Pilgrims' Way Primary School

At Pilgrims' Way Primary School, 36% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths combined at the end of Key Stage 2.

62% met the expected standard in reading and 49% in maths.

Attendance at Pilgrims' Way Primary School

Pilgrims' Way Primary School has an overall absence rate of 8.9%. The national average for primary schools was approximately 6.0% (DfE, 2023/24).

Staff and Finance at Pilgrims' Way Primary School

The teacher turnover rate at Pilgrims' Way Primary School is 8.0%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.

Demographics at Pilgrims' Way Primary School

Pilgrims' Way Primary School has 196 pupils on roll.

43% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.

16% of pupils receive SEN (Special Educational Needs) support or have an Education, Health and Care plan.

Pilgrims' Way Primary School Ofsted Rating: Good

Pilgrims' Way Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in September 2022 (3 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Pilgrims' Way Primary School is due for reinspection this year (2026).

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 Pilgrims' Way Primary School'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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