Wavendon Gate School
96%
Capacity
405
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Wavendon Gate School
Wavendon Gate School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Milton Keynes community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 405 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Wavendon Gate School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kerry Jarman, it falls under Milton Keynes local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4848th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 54 in Milton Keynes.
Wavendon Gate School is a popular choice with families — it received 118 applications for 46 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 37 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Wavendon Gate School include Library, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Dance, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.1%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Milton Keynes, Wavendon Gate 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Gregories Drive, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, MK7 7HL |
| Headteacher | Kerry Jarman |
| Local Authority | Milton Keynes |
| Number of Pupils | 405 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.1% |
| School Capacity | 405 / 420 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Jun 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
4848th of 13,686
Nationally
673rd of 2,034
In South East
14th of 54
In Milton Keynes
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
68%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed46
118
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
37 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Wavendon Gate School
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Contact Information
Gregories Drive, Milton Keynes
Milton Keynes, MK7 7HL
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