Chattenden Primary School
Rochester, ME3 8LF · Medway · primary school
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23rd 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 — 6.8/10 against 2,056 of them, against 5.6/10 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 | 69.0 · 63 | 40% | 2.51 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 6.0 · 45 | 25% | 1.12 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Chattenden Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 69.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 6.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the LEGO Club, participate in the Mini Youth Games and Medway Mile, and access both breakfast and after-school clubs.
Getting in
The published school roll is 203 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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
How does the school support pupils who are close to the higher standard? What does a typical day look like for a child joining the breakfast club? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2024 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Chattenden Primary School
Overview
Chattenden Primary School is described as a place where "pupils love school" and demonstrate "positive attitudes to their learning." The report highlights an "ambitious" curriculum and a culture of "high expectations," noting that pupils are "considerate towards one another" and feel "valued, cared for and well supported by staff."
Strengths
- Personal development is rated Outstanding, with pupils encouraged to live healthy lifestyles and participate in a "wide range of extra-curricular clubs and activities."
- The "wider curriculum offer is exceptional," providing extensive opportunities for pupils to develop talents in areas such as sport and music.
- Staff "get to know pupils’ different abilities and personalities really well," tailoring support effectively for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Strong phonics teaching and regular "book talk" help pupils develop reading fluency and a "love of books."
- Leaders provide rigorous support for attendance, with rates "beginning to improve" following targeted interventions for families.
Areas to improve
- Curriculum sequencing and assessment practices are "not yet fully developed in all subjects," preventing pupils from achieving ambitious aims across the whole curriculum.
- Leaders must ensure content in every subject is sequenced so that "learning builds cumulatively" and assessment matches the best practices.
- Attendance remains an issue, as "too many pupils do not attend school regularly enough," despite recent improvements.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 42% |
| 2023/24 | 77% |
| 2024/25 | 69% |
| 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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
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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