Halstead Primary School
Otford Lane, Sevenoaks, TN14 7EA
Pupils
37
Ages
4 to 11
Gender
Mixed
Age range
4 to 11
Gender
Mixed
Pupils
37
Headteacher
Mr Leslie Hawkins
Type
Primary
Ofsted
Requires Improvement
Local authority
Kent
About Halstead Primary School
Halstead Primary School is a mixed primary school based in Halstead, near Sevenoaks for children aged 4 to 11. It has roughly 37 pupils on roll. On our figures that is below the typical size for a primary school in Sevenoaks. It is a maintained school within the Kent local authority area. Mr Leslie Hawkins leads the school.
Inspection at a glance
Under Ofsted's report card framework, Halstead Primary School was graded Good and Outstanding across the areas inspected, following the inspection on 4 March 2025. Each area is now graded separately, so there is no single headline judgement. The full inspection report is linked from this page so you can read the inspectors' own words.
How the school is performing
Around 30.0% of pupils are eligible for free school meals. Figures come from the Department for Education's published school performance data and are shown in full further down this page.
Getting a place at Halstead Primary School
You apply for a place at Halstead Primary School on the primary common application form through Kent, with the national deadline of 15 January. Where there are more applications than places, the school's published oversubscription criteria decide who is offered a place, typically starting with looked-after children and siblings. There is no separate entrance assessment. Always check the current admissions policy on the school's own website before you apply, because criteria can change year to year.
SEND at a glance
Halstead Primary School is described in the published data as a mainstream school with SEN unit. Recorded provision: Yes - SEN unit. The school's SEN information report is the authoritative source and is linked in the SEND section below.
Before and after school
For working families the school runs a breakfast club. Session times, costs and availability are set by the school, so confirm them before you rely on a place.
Halstead Primary School contact details and location
You will find Halstead Primary School at Otford Lane, Halstead, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN14 7EA. The school office can be reached on 01959 532224. A map, directions and the school's own website link are on this page.
Ofsted inspection
Overall effectiveness
Last inspection: 26/11/2019
Quality of Education
How well pupils are taught and what they learn
Behaviour and Attitudes
How pupils behave and their attitude to learning
Personal Development
Support for pupils' wider growth and wellbeing
Leadership and Management
How well the school is run
Early Years
Quality of nursery and Reception
Halstead Primary School admissions and catchment area
No entrance test - you apply on the common application form
Halstead Primary School does not run its own entrance test. Places are allocated by Kent County Council using published oversubscription criteria. Oversubscription criteria usually cover looked-after children, siblings, distance from the school, and (for faith schools) faith criteria.
Official links
Dates and criteria change each year - always confirm with the school and Kent County Council. KCC school admissions →
How to apply
1. Apply on the common application form (autumn term before Reception)
Complete the Primary Common Application Form on the Kent County Council website by mid-January - for September 2026 entry the window ran from Friday 7 November 2025 to Thursday 15 January 2026, and offers were emailed on Thursday 16 April 2026.
2. National Offer Day (mid-April)
You'll be told your allocated school by email - for 2026 entry KCC emailed offers on Thursday 16 April 2026 after 4pm, with offers visible online from 5pm.
3. Accept and, if needed, appeal
Accept your place by the given date. If you didn't get your preferred school, you have the right to appeal.
4. In-year admissions
Moving mid-year? Apply directly through Kent County Council's in-year admissions team, or in some cases direct to the school.
Didn't get a place? You can appeal
If Halstead Primary School is not offered on National Offer Day, you can appeal the decision. The appeal is heard by an independent panel and is free to submit.
How to appeal a school offerHalstead Primary School results and attendance
KS2 results
Not published
A-Level results
N/A
Attendance
Not published
Free school meals
SEND support at Halstead Primary School
SEND setting
Mainstream school with SEN unit
SEND provision
Yes - SEN unit
For full details, visit the school's SEND information page.
Wraparound care and nursery at Halstead Primary School
Nursery
No
Breakfast club
Yes
After-school club
Please check with the school
Halstead Primary School term dates: Kent standard term dates for 2026/27
These are Kent County Council's standard term dates. Your school may use different dates and INSET days, so check the school's website before making plans.
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
Halstead Primary School: frequently asked questions
How do I apply for a place at Halstead Primary School?
Apply through Kent on the primary common application form by 15 January, naming Halstead Primary School as one of your preferences. Offers are made in April.
What is Halstead Primary School's Ofsted rating?
Under Ofsted's report card framework Halstead Primary School was graded Good and Outstanding across the areas inspected, following the inspection on 4 March 2025. You can open the full report from the inspection section of this page.
How big is Halstead Primary School and what ages does it take?
Halstead Primary School has around 37 pupils on roll and covers ages 4 to 11. It is a mixed school taking boys and girls.
What SEND support does Halstead Primary School offer?
Halstead Primary School is recorded as a mainstream school with SEN unit. The school's SEN information report has the current detail and is linked in the SEND section of this page.
Does Halstead Primary School have a nursery or wraparound care?
Halstead Primary School offers a breakfast club. Times, costs and availability are set by the school, so check directly before booking.
What are Halstead Primary School's term dates and INSET days?
Halstead Primary School follows the standard Kent pattern for 2026/27, set out term by term on this page. INSET days are set by the school itself, so confirm them on the school's own calendar.
Where is Halstead Primary School and how do I contact the school?
Halstead Primary School is at Otford Lane, Halstead, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN14 7EA. The office number is 01959 532224. A map and directions are on this page.
About this information. Compiled from published sources including the Department for Education, Ofsted and the school's own website. Last reviewed Summer 2026.
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