Parkwood Primary School
93%
Capacity
500
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Parkwood Primary School
Parkwood Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Medway community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 500 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 540 places).
Ofsted has rated Parkwood Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Lee McCormack, it falls under Medway local authority.
Parkwood Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 149 applications for 45 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 42 were first-preference applications.
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 Parkwood Primary School include Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Netball, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Film Club, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Medway, Parkwood Primary 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 | Deanwood Drive, Gillingham, Medway, ME8 9LP |
| Headteacher | Lee McCormack |
| Local Authority | Medway |
| Number of Pupils | 500 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.2% |
| School Capacity | 500 / 540 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Sept 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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed45
149
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
42 families put this school as their 1st choice (28% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Deanwood Drive, Gillingham
Medway, ME8 9LP
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