All Faiths Children's Academy
105%
Capacity
221
Pupils
4.1x
Demand
About All Faiths Children's Academy
All Faiths Children's Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Medway community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 221 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (105% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated All Faiths Children's Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Andrew Kershaw, it falls under Medway local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10738th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 42nd out of 55 in Medway.
All Faiths Children's Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 99 applications for 24 places, making it 4.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
All Faiths Children's Academy has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.1/5 from 1 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 94% recommending the school (34 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at All Faiths Children's Academy include Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Dance, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Gardening, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.5%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Medway, All Faiths Children's Academy is one of the options available in the South East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Gun Lane, Rochester, Medway, ME2 4UF |
| Headteacher | Andrew Kershaw |
| Local Authority | Medway |
| Number of Pupils | 221 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.5% |
| School Capacity | 221 / 210 (105% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Jun 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (25 Jun 2025): Some aspects not as strong
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Mar 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10738th of 13,686
Nationally
1611th of 2,034
In South East
42nd of 55
In Medway
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
79%
'23/24
50%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
34 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
99
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (23% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About All Faiths Children's Academy
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Contact Information
Gun Lane, Rochester
Medway, ME2 4UF
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