Gordons Children's Academy, Infant
76%
Capacity
143
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Gordons Children's Academy, Infant
Gordons Children's Academy, Infant is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Medway community, welcoming children from age 5 to 7. The school has 143 pupils on roll, operating at 76% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Gordons Children's Academy, Infant "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nicola Youseman, it falls under Medway local authority.
Gordons Children's Academy, Infant is a popular choice with families — it received 94 applications for 42 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 40 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Gordons Children's Academy, Infant include Art Studios, Library, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cricket, Rounders, Dance, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.5%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Medway, Gordons Children's Academy, Infant 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 | 5 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Gordon Road, Rochester, Medway, ME2 3HQ |
| Headteacher | Nicola Youseman |
| Local Authority | Medway |
| Number of Pupils | 143 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.5% |
| School Capacity | 143 / 189 (76% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Nov 2022. 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed42
94
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
40 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Gordon Road, Rochester
Medway, ME2 3HQ
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