Barming Primary School
Belmont Close, Maidstone, ME16 9DY
Age range
Ages 2 to 11
Gender
Mixed
Pupils
490
Headteacher
Mr Christopher Laker
Type
Primary
Ofsted
Good
Local authority
Kent
Academy
Yes
About Barming Primary School
Barming Primary School is a primary academy in Barming, Maidstone, serving pupils aged 2 to 11. It admits both boys and girls. The school has a nursery.
Learning and school life
The school emphasises inclusion, kindness, independence and community. School life also includes Forest School and music. The school has a breakfast club and an after-school club.
SEND and information for families
This is a mainstream school. The school's SEND information covers visual impairment. Support may include adaptive classroom teaching and support from external specialists and agencies. Parents should check the school's latest admissions policy and SEN information report for current details.
School admissions
Admissions assessment
No separate entrance assessment
School results & attendance
KS2 results
A-Level results
N/A
Attendance
100% − absence
Free school meals
SEND
SEND setting
Mainstream school
SEND provision
Please check with the school
The school hasn't confirmed this. Contact them directly.
Specialisms
Visual impairment
Wraparound & nursery
Nursery
Yes
Breakfast club
Yes
After-school club
Yes
Barming Primary School term dates
Autumn 1 · 2026
The school has published a 2026-27 calendar
Contact Barming Primary School
Local help for families near Barming Primary School
Tutors & 11+
Vetted tutors serving Maidstone and surrounding villages, covering Kent Test, GCSE and A-Level.
Coming soonClubs & activities
Sport, arts, drama and holiday clubs near Maidstone.
Coming soonParent services
Childminders, SEND support, family therapists and practical help for Kent parents.
Coming soonFrequently asked
What type of school is Barming Primary School?
Barming Primary School is a primary academy. It admits both boys and girls.
What age range does Barming Primary School cover?
Barming Primary School serves pupils aged 2 to 11.
What SEND support does Barming Primary School offer?
Barming Primary School is a mainstream school. Areas of SEND support include visual impairment. Support includes adaptive classroom teaching and support from external specialists and agencies.
What is Barming Primary School's Ofsted rating?
Ofsted rated Barming Primary School Good after its inspection on 24 September 2024.
Where is Barming Primary School?
Barming Primary School is at Belmont Close, Barming, Maidstone, Kent, ME16 9DY.
About this information. Compiled from published sources including the Department for Education, Ofsted and the school's own website. Last reviewed July 2026.
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