St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic Primary School
97%
Capacity
204
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic Primary School
St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Medway community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 204 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Louise Prestidge, it falls under Medway local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10075th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 40th out of 55 in Medway.
St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 56 applications for 18 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 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 St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic Primary School include Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Forest School, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Rounders, Cricket, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Film Club, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.7%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Medway, St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Deanwood Drive, Gillingham, Medway, ME8 9NP |
| Headteacher | Louise Prestidge |
| Local Authority | Medway |
| Number of Pupils | 204 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.7% |
| School Capacity | 204 / 210 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (7 Feb 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 12 Dec 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
10075th of 13,686
Nationally
1505th of 2,034
In South East
40th of 55
In Medway
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
81%
'23/24
53%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed18
56
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
17 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% 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 9NP
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