Twydall Primary School and Nursery
104%
Capacity
264
Pupils
4.0x
Demand
About Twydall Primary School and Nursery
Twydall Primary School and Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Medway community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 264 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (104% of 255 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Twydall Primary School and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Louise Hardie, it falls under Medway local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 43% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12031st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 52nd out of 55 in Medway.
Twydall Primary School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 72 applications for 18 places, making it 4.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 10 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 7 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Twydall Primary School and Nursery include Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Netball, Dance, Football, as well as clubs including Gardening, Chess, Drama, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 40.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Medway, Twydall Primary School and Nursery 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 | Twydall Lane, Gillingham, Medway, ME8 6JS |
| Headteacher | Louise Hardie |
| Local Authority | Medway |
| Number of Pupils | 264 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 40.8% |
| School Capacity | 264 / 255 (104% 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 (43%)
12031st of 13,686
Nationally
1797th of 2,034
In South East
52nd of 55
In Medway
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
43%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
36%
'23/24
43%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed18
72
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
17 families put this school as their 1st choice (24% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Twydall Lane, Gillingham
Medway, ME8 6JS
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