Napier Community Primary and Nursery Academy
98%
Capacity
620
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Napier Community Primary and Nursery Academy
Napier Community Primary and Nursery Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Medway community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 620 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 630 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Napier Community Primary and Nursery Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ciaran Mc Cann, it falls under Medway local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 78% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2036th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 55 in Medway.
Napier Community Primary and Nursery Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 172 applications for 60 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 56 were first-preference applications.
Napier Community Primary and Nursery Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 88% recommending the school (50 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 10 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 7 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Napier Community Primary and Nursery Academy include Library, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Cross Country, Tennis, as well as clubs including Film Club, Science Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 31.7%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Medway, Napier Community Primary and Nursery 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 | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Napier Community Primary and Nursery Academy, Gillingham, Medway, ME7 4HG |
| Headteacher | Ciaran Mc Cann |
| Local Authority | Medway |
| Number of Pupils | 620 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 31.7% |
| School Capacity | 620 / 630 (98% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Nov 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (13 Nov 2024): Improved significantly
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Jan 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (78%)
2036th of 13,686
Nationally
281st of 2,034
In South East
6th of 55
In Medway
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
78%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
78%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
50 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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed60
172
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
56 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Napier Community Primary and Nursery Academy
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Contact Information
Napier Community Primary and Nursery Academy, Gillingham
Medway, ME7 4HG
Napier Community Primary and Nursery Academy, Gillingham
Medway, ME7 4HG
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