St Margaret's Church of England Junior School
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About St Margaret's Church of England Junior School
St Margaret's Church of England Junior School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Medway community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 364 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 363 places).
Ofsted has rated St Margaret's Church of England Junior School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lenny Williams, it falls under Medway local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3703rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 55 in Medway.
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 Margaret's Church of England Junior School include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Cross Country, Swimming, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.7%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Medway, St Margaret's Church of England Junior 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 | 7 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Orchard Street, Gillingham, Medway, ME8 9AE |
| Headteacher | Lenny Williams |
| Local Authority | Medway |
| Number of Pupils | 364 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.7% |
| School Capacity | 364 / 363 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (21 Sept 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 8 Jan 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3703rd of 13,686
Nationally
505th of 2,034
In South East
14th of 55
In Medway
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
71%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Margaret's Church of England Junior School
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Contact Information
Orchard Street, Gillingham
Medway, ME8 9AE
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