Shears Green Infant School
78%
Capacity
279
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Shears Green Infant School
Shears Green Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Gravesham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 279 pupils on roll, operating at 78% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Shears Green Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Clare Holder, it falls under Kent local authority.
Shears Green Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 162 applications for 79 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 73 were first-preference applications.
Shears Green Infant School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 73% recommending the school (37 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Shears Green Infant School include Library, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Rounders, Swimming, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Science Club, Book Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gravesham, Shears Green Infant 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Packham Road, Gravesend, Gravesham, DA11 7JF |
| Headteacher | Clare Holder |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 279 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 35.5% |
| School Capacity | 279 / 360 (78% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Dec 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Dec 2024): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 27 Jun 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
37 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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed79
162
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
73 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Packham Road, Gravesend
Gravesham, DA11 7JF
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