Cliffe Woods Primary School
100%
Capacity
422
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Cliffe Woods Primary School
Cliffe Woods 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 422 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Cliffe Woods Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher James Bernard, it falls under Medway local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7177th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 30th out of 55 in Medway.
Cliffe Woods Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 163 applications for 59 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 60 were first-preference applications.
Cliffe Woods Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 97% recommending the school (106 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Cliffe Woods Primary School include ICT Suite, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Swimming, Dance, Cricket, as well as clubs including Choir, Gardening, Eco Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Medway, Cliffe Woods 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | View Road, Rochester, Medway, ME3 8UJ |
| Headteacher | James Bernard |
| Local Authority | Medway |
| Number of Pupils | 422 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.9% |
| School Capacity | 422 / 420 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Apr 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 May 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7177th of 13,686
Nationally
1017th of 2,034
In South East
30th of 55
In Medway
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
72%
'23/24
62%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
106 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
163
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
60 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cliffe Woods Primary School
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Contact Information
View Road, Rochester
Medway, ME3 8UJ
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