Balfour Infant School
96%
Capacity
260
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Balfour Infant School
Balfour Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Medway community, welcoming children from age 5 to 7. The school has 260 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 270 places).
Ofsted has rated Balfour Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joseph Pomeroy, it falls under Medway local authority.
Balfour Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 195 applications for 65 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 62 were first-preference applications.
Balfour Infant School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 88% recommending the school (16 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Balfour Infant School include ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Forest School, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Cricket, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Choir, Film Club, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.1%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Medway, Balfour Infant School 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 | 5 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Pattens Lane, Rochester, Medway, ME1 2QT |
| Headteacher | Joseph Pomeroy |
| Local Authority | Medway |
| Number of Pupils | 260 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.1% |
| School Capacity | 260 / 270 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
16 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed65
195
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
62 families put this school as their 1st choice (32% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Pattens Lane, Rochester
Medway, ME1 2QT
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