Maritime Academy
49%
Capacity
562
Pupils
4.0x
Demand
About Maritime Academy
Maritime Academy is a state-funded None secondary school serving the Medway community, welcoming children from age 11 to 19. The school has 562 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (49% of 1,150 places).
Ofsted has rated Maritime Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Matt Evans, it falls under Medway local authority.
Maritime Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 710 applications for 176 places, making it 4.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 225 were first-preference applications.
Maritime Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 52% recommending the school (81 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate 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 Maritime Academy include Swimming Pool, Gymnasium, Astro Turf, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Science Labs, ICT Suite, Tennis Courts, Library, Playing Fields.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Basketball, Cricket, Hockey, Athletics and 6 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Choir, Young Enterprise, Model UN and 6 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.9%, which is above the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Medway, Maritime Academy 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 | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 19 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Chalk Lane, Rochester, Medway, ME2 4YG |
| Headteacher | Matt Evans |
| Local Authority | Medway |
| Number of Pupils | 562 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.9% |
| School Capacity | 562 / 1,150 (49% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 May 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
81 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
10Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
20Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed176
710
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
225 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maritime Academy
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Contact Information
Chalk Lane, Rochester
Medway, ME2 4YG
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