Burnt Oak Primary School
107%
Capacity
451
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Burnt Oak Primary School
Burnt Oak Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Medway community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 451 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (107% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Burnt Oak Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Matthew Wignell, it falls under Medway local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 49% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11010th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 45th out of 55 in Medway.
Burnt Oak Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 160 applications for 59 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 55 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Burnt Oak Primary School include Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Library, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Cross Country, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Book Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 43.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Medway, Burnt Oak Primary 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Richmond Road, Gillingham, Medway, ME7 1LS |
| Headteacher | Matthew Wignell |
| Local Authority | Medway |
| Number of Pupils | 451 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 43.4% |
| School Capacity | 451 / 420 (107% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Jul 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (49%)
11010th of 13,686
Nationally
1656th of 2,034
In South East
45th of 55
In Medway
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
49%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
49%
'23/24
49%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
160
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
55 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Richmond Road, Gillingham
Medway, ME7 1LS
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