Horsted Infant School
97%
Capacity
175
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Horsted Infant School
Horsted Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Medway community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 175 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 180 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Horsted Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Steer, it falls under Medway local authority.
Horsted Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 121 applications for 51 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 46 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Speech, Language & Communication, Other Difficulty/Disability. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Horsted Infant School include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Gymnastics, Tennis, Dance, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Medway, Horsted 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 | 3 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Barberry Avenue, Chatham, Medway, ME5 9TF |
| Headteacher | Sarah Steer |
| Local Authority | Medway |
| Number of Pupils | 175 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.4% |
| School Capacity | 175 / 180 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Nov 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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed51
121
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
46 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Barberry Avenue, Chatham
Medway, ME5 9TF
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