Temple Mill Primary School
120%
Capacity
251
Pupils
5.0x
Demand
About Temple Mill Primary School
Temple Mill Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Medway community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 251 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (120% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Temple Mill Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nicola Willson, it falls under Medway local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8024th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 36th out of 55 in Medway.
Temple Mill Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 149 applications for 30 places, making it 5.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 39 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Temple Mill Primary School include Library, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Forest School, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Swimming, Football, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Science Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Medway, Temple Mill 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Cliffe Road, Rochester, Medway, ME2 3NL |
| Headteacher | Nicola Willson |
| Local Authority | Medway |
| Number of Pupils | 251 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.6% |
| School Capacity | 251 / 210 (120% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (24 Apr 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Nov 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8024th of 13,686
Nationally
1178th of 2,034
In South East
36th of 55
In Medway
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
59%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
149
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
39 families put this school as their 1st choice (26% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Cliffe Road, Rochester
Medway, ME2 3NL
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