Palace Wood Primary School
Ash Grove, Maidstone, ME16 0AB
Age range
Ages 4 to 11
Gender
Mixed
Pupils
426
Headteacher
Mrs Clare Cairns
Type
Primary
Ofsted
Good
Local authority
Kent
About Palace Wood Primary School
Palace Wood Primary School is a primary school in Allington, Maidstone, serving pupils aged 4 to 11. It admits both boys and girls.
Learning and school life
The curriculum is designed for pupils in the school's age range.
SEND and information for families
This is a mainstream school. 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
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Wraparound & nursery
Nursery
No
Breakfast club
Please check with the school
After-school club
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Palace Wood Primary School term dates
Autumn 1 · 2026
1 Sep-23 Oct
Autumn 2 · 2026
2 Nov-18 Dec
Spring 1 · 2027
4 Jan-12 Feb
Spring 2 · 2027
22 Feb-25 Mar
Summer 1 · 2027
12 Apr-28 May
Summer 2 · 2027
7 Jun-21 Jul
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Coming soonFrequently asked
What type of school is Palace Wood Primary School?
Palace Wood Primary School is a maintained primary school. It admits both boys and girls.
What age range does Palace Wood Primary School cover?
Palace Wood Primary School serves pupils aged 4 to 11.
What SEND support does Palace Wood Primary School offer?
Palace Wood Primary School is a mainstream school. Check the school's SEN information report or contact the SENCO for current support details.
What is Palace Wood Primary School's Ofsted rating?
Ofsted rated Palace Wood Primary School Good after its inspection on 15 September 2022.
Where is Palace Wood Primary School?
Palace Wood Primary School is at Ash Grove, Allington, Maidstone, Kent, ME16 0AB.
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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