Thames View Primary School
102%
Capacity
457
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Thames View Primary School
Thames View 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 457 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 450 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Thames View Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Leanna Rogers, it falls under Medway local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2130th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 55 in Medway.
Thames View Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 177 applications for 60 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 63 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 Thames View Primary School include Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Library, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Tennis, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Science Club, Book Club, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Medway, Thames View 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 | Bloors Lane, Gillingham, Medway, ME8 7DX |
| Headteacher | Leanna Rogers |
| Local Authority | Medway |
| Number of Pupils | 457 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.0% |
| School Capacity | 457 / 450 (102% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2130th of 13,686
Nationally
289th of 2,034
In South East
7th of 55
In Medway
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'23/24
77%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
177
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
63 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Bloors Lane, Gillingham
Medway, ME8 7DX
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