Wayfield Primary School
118%
Capacity
424
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Wayfield Primary School
Wayfield Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Medway community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 424 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (118% of 360 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Wayfield Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Rachael/Louise Flaherty/Shields, it falls under Medway local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 40% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12424th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 53rd out of 55 in Medway.
Wayfield Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 92 applications for 48 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 48 were first-preference applications.
Wayfield Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is below average, with 44% recommending the school (50 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Wayfield Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Netball, Athletics, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Film Club, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 37.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Medway, Wayfield 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Wayfield Road, Chatham, Medway, ME5 0HH |
| Headteacher | Rachael/Louise Flaherty/Shields |
| Local Authority | Medway |
| Number of Pupils | 424 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 37.7% |
| School Capacity | 424 / 360 (118% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Dec 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (40%)
12424th of 13,686
Nationally
1850th of 2,034
In South East
53rd of 55
In Medway
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
40%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
40%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
50 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed48
92
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
48 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Wayfield Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Wayfield Road, Chatham
Medway, ME5 0HH
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