Crest Infant School
51%
Capacity
138
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Crest Infant School
Crest Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Medway community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 138 pupils on roll, operating at 51% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Crest Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kerry Seales, it falls under Medway local authority.
Crest Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 105 applications for 35 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
Crest Infant School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (16 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Severe Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Crest Infant School include Art Studios, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Netball, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Film Club, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Medway, Crest 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 | 4 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Fleet Road, Rochester, Medway, ME1 2QA |
| Headteacher | Kerry Seales |
| Local Authority | Medway |
| Number of Pupils | 138 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.2% |
| School Capacity | 138 / 270 (51% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 May 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 May 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Sept 2016. 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed35
105
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
34 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
Fleet Road, Rochester
Medway, ME1 2QA
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