Maundene School
94%
Capacity
394
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Maundene School
Maundene School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Medway community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 394 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Maundene School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Capes, it falls under Medway local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4883rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 55 in Medway.
Maundene School is a popular choice with families — it received 103 applications for 49 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 49 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Maundene School include Library, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Tennis, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Eco Club, Chess, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.4%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Medway, Maundene 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Swallow Rise, Chatham, Medway, ME5 7QB |
| Headteacher | Joanne Capes |
| Local Authority | Medway |
| Number of Pupils | 394 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.4% |
| School Capacity | 394 / 420 (94% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jun 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Sept 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
4883rd of 13,686
Nationally
681st of 2,034
In South East
19th of 55
In Medway
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
68%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed49
103
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
49 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maundene School
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Contact Information
Swallow Rise, Chatham
Medway, ME5 7QB
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