Bligh Primary School (Juniors)
Rochester, ME2 2XJ · Medway · primary school
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37th of 56 primary schools in Medway we can score, 76 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 3.8/10 against 1,647 of them, against 3.2/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 56.0 · 30 | 40% | 1.18 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 25% | 0.88 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Bligh Primary School (Juniors) overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 56.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 4.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (3.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 343 pupils against a stated capacity of 330. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
Since the inspection was in 2023, what specific improvements have been made to raise attainment since then? How does the school support pupils who are working towards the expected standard in core subjects?
What Ofsted said about Bligh Primary School (Juniors)
Overview
Bligh Primary School (Juniors) is described as a “welcoming, friendly and caring school” where pupils feel safe and are proud of their achievements. The inspection found that leaders provide an “interesting and ambitious curriculum” with strong support for pupils with special educational needs, resulting in high expectations for behaviour and personal development.
Strengths
- Pupils are “happy, respectful” and enjoy learning, benefiting from strong relationships with adults who listen to their concerns.
- The provision for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities is “strong,” with leaders accurately identifying individual needs and teachers making effective adjustments.
- Reading is a high priority; staff promote it “exceptionally well,” helping pupils develop a “love of reading” and become confident, fluent readers.
- Staff share “high and consistent expectations” for behaviour, creating a calm, orderly environment where pupils learn without interruption.
- Leaders are “unwavering” in developing pupils’ character, fostering resilience, confidence, and an understanding of others with different backgrounds.
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, the key knowledge pupils need to learn is not always precisely defined, leading to inconsistencies in teachers’ understanding and curriculum delivery.
- Leaders should ensure teachers receive effective training to focus on important key knowledge so pupils remember more and achieve highly.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a “robust culture” led by a highly skilled team that is vigilant, reports concerns swiftly, and ensures pupils receive appropriate help.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 58% |
| 2023/24 | 64% |
| 2024/25 | 56% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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