Gordons Children's Academy, Junior
74%
Capacity
296
Pupils
N/A
Demand
About Gordons Children's Academy, Junior
Gordons Children's Academy, Junior is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Medway community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 296 pupils on roll, operating at 74% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Gordons Children's Academy, Junior "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nicola Youseman, it falls under Medway local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5586th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 55 in Medway.
Gordons Children's Academy, Junior has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.2/5 from 1 parents).
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 Gordons Children's Academy, Junior include Dining Hall, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Forest School, Library, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Cross Country, Swimming, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Book Club, Drama, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.8%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Medway, Gordons Children's Academy, Junior 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 | 7 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Gordon Road, Rochester, Medway, ME2 3HQ |
| Headteacher | Nicola Youseman |
| Local Authority | Medway |
| Number of Pupils | 296 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.8% |
| School Capacity | 296 / 400 (74% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Source: Ofsted, 23 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5586th of 13,686
Nationally
785th of 2,034
In South East
22nd of 55
In Medway
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
67%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
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Contact Information
Gordon Road, Rochester
Medway, ME2 3HQ
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