Wainscott Primary School
102%
Capacity
454
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Wainscott Primary School
Wainscott 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 454 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 446 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Wainscott Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Monique Clark, it falls under Medway local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 47% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11377th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 50th out of 55 in Medway.
Wainscott Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 173 applications for 52 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 52 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 Wainscott Primary School include Dining Hall, Art Studios, Library, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Cricket, Football, Tennis, as well as clubs including Science Club, Chess, Choir, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.4%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Medway, Wainscott 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 | Wainscott Road, Rochester, Medway, ME2 4JX |
| Headteacher | Monique Clark |
| Local Authority | Medway |
| Number of Pupils | 454 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.4% |
| School Capacity | 454 / 446 (102% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11377th of 13,686
Nationally
1713th of 2,034
In South East
50th of 55
In Medway
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
47%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
39%
'23/24
47%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed52
173
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
52 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Wainscott Road, Rochester
Medway, ME2 4JX
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