Phoenix Primary School
114%
Capacity
412
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Phoenix Primary School
Phoenix Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Medway community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 412 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (114% of 360 places).
Ofsted has rated Phoenix Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Melissa Ireland-Hubbert, it falls under Medway local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 37% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12862nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 55th out of 55 in Medway.
Phoenix Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 84 applications for 34 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 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 Phoenix Primary School include Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Forest School.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cricket, Swimming, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Science Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 56.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Medway, Phoenix 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Glencoe Road, Chatham, Medway, ME4 5QD |
| Headteacher | Melissa Ireland-Hubbert |
| Local Authority | Medway |
| Number of Pupils | 412 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 56.8% |
| School Capacity | 412 / 360 (114% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (37%)
12862nd of 13,686
Nationally
1911th of 2,034
In South East
55th of 55
In Medway
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
37%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
32%
'23/24
37%
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
4Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed34
84
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
30 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Phoenix Primary School
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Contact Information
Glencoe Road, Chatham
Medway, ME4 5QD
Journey to School
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