Byron Primary School

About Byron Primary School

Byron Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Medway community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 521 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 525 places).

Ofsted has rated Byron Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jon Carthy, it falls under Medway local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 51% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10383rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 41st out of 55 in Medway.

Byron Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 141 applications for 50 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 48 were first-preference applications.

Byron Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 78% recommending the school (51 responses).

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 Byron Primary School include ICT Suite, Art Studios, Forest School, Library, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Rounders, Netball, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Coding, Chess, Eco Club.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.9%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Medway, Byron 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.

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