The Academy of Woodlands
126%
Capacity
792
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About The Academy of Woodlands
The Academy of Woodlands is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Medway community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 792 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (126% of 630 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated The Academy of Woodlands "Good", the school is led by headteacher Chloe Brown, it falls under Medway local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 49% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10953rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 43rd out of 55 in Medway.
The Academy of Woodlands is a popular choice with families — it received 159 applications for 79 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 76 were first-preference applications.
The Academy of Woodlands parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 62% recommending the school (135 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Academy of Woodlands include Library, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Forest School, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Football, Athletics, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Choir, Art Club, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Medway, The Academy of Woodlands 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Woodlands Road, Gillingham, Medway, ME7 2DU |
| Headteacher | Chloe Brown |
| Local Authority | Medway |
| Number of Pupils | 792 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 35.7% |
| School Capacity | 792 / 630 (126% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Mar 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 May 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (49%)
10953rd of 13,686
Nationally
1647th of 2,034
In South East
43rd of 55
In Medway
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
49%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
49%
'23/24
49%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
135 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed79
159
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
76 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Academy of Woodlands
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Contact Information
Woodlands Road, Gillingham
Medway, ME7 2DU
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