Park Way Primary School

URN: 118302 • Maidstone ME15 7AH

Overview

Name
Park Way Primary School
URN
118302
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
60.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Karen Dhanecha (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01622753651
Website
Visit
Address
Park Way, Maidstone ME15 7AH

Summary

Park Way Primary School is a mixed community school located in Maidstone, Kent, catering to 310 pupils with a capacity of 315. The school promotes a philosophy centered on respect, resilience, and responsibility, aiming to provide a strong foundation for lifelong learning. The curriculum is designed to be both appropriate and challenging, fostering academic and personal growth in a supportive environment.

The school day runs from 8:45 am to 3:15 pm, with a total of 32.5 hours of instruction per week. Students enjoy a 15-minute morning break and a one-hour lunch break. Park Way also offers extended provision with a Breakfast Club starting at 8:00 am and an After School Club until 5:30 pm, ensuring that families have access to care and support outside regular school hours.

Park Way Primary School values the partnership between home and school, encouraging parental involvement in their children's education. The school is committed to safeguarding and providing a nurturing environment for all students. For families interested in enrolling their children, tours are available, and a waiting list is in place due to full capacity.

Key details

LA
Kent
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
315
Pupils
310
Boys
152
Girls
158
FSM %
30.60
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2018-11-13
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 310 152 158 315 30.60
2024-09-11 311 148 163 315 29.60
2023-09-11 316 148 168 315 28.80
2022-09-11 316 148 168 315 28.80
2021-09-11 312 144 168 315 30.10
2020-09-11 315 138 177 315 23.20

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