St Peter's Infant School
73%
Capacity
66
Pupils
4.1x
Demand
About St Peter's Infant School
St Peter's Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Medway community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 66 pupils on roll, operating at 73% capacity.
Ofsted has rated St Peter's Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanna Worrall, it falls under Medway local authority.
St Peter's Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 87 applications for 21 places, making it 4.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Physical Disability. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Peter's Infant School include Dining Hall, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Forest School, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Cross Country, Football, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 39.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Medway, St Peter's 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 | Holcombe Road, Rochester, Medway, ME1 2HU |
| Headteacher | Joanna Worrall |
| Local Authority | Medway |
| Number of Pupils | 66 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 39.4% |
| School Capacity | 66 / 90 (73% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (9 May 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Jan 2019. 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed21
87
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (18% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Holcombe Road, Rochester
Medway, ME1 2HU
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