English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School
97%
Capacity
204
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School
English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Medway community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 204 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Catherine Thacker, it falls under Medway local authority.
English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 66 applications for 27 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Swimming, Cross Country, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Gardening, Eco Club, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.7%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Medway, English Martyrs' Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Frindsbury Road, Rochester, Medway, ME2 4JA |
| Headteacher | Catherine Thacker |
| Local Authority | Medway |
| Number of Pupils | 204 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.7% |
| School Capacity | 204 / 210 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
66
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Frindsbury Road, Rochester
Medway, ME2 4JA
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