Hempstead Junior School
Gillingham, ME7 3HJ · Medway · primary school
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22nd 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 the 4,185 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.4/10 among them, against 5.5/10 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 | 72.0 · 71 | 40% | 2.83 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Hempstead Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 72.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 3.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.4 out of 10 among them, against 5.5 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Skiing Club and participate in Medway Mini-Youth-Games. The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 371 pupils against a stated capacity of 360. 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
What specific support is available for pupils aiming to reach the higher standard? How does the skiing club operate during term time?
What Ofsted said about Hempstead Junior School
Overview
Hempstead Junior School continues to be a good school, where pupils are enthusiastic and proud of their community. The report highlights a clear vision for education, with most pupils meeting high academic expectations and demonstrating perseverance in their learning.
Strengths
- Pupils are "full of enthusiasm" and work hard to live by the school’s "‘Hempstead Five’ golden expectations."
- Teachers are "supported well to develop their expertise," explaining learning clearly and providing additional support to disadvantaged pupils.
- The school offers a "broad range of enriching activities," including local art exhibitions and peer mediation, bringing learning to life.
- Pupils have a "strong programme to support pupils’ personal development," with regular opportunities to perform, speak in public, and contribute to the local community.
- Staff feel "very well supported in their roles," and governors work effectively to ensure a strong educational offer.
Areas to improve
- Assessment information is not always used carefully enough to identify what the lowest attaining readers need to work on, and some reading books do not fully match the sounds pupils have learned.
- In a small number of subjects, curriculum thinking is at an earlier stage with a lack of specificity, meaning pupils do not always deepen their knowledge as much as they could.
Safeguarding
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 | 56% |
| 2023/24 | 56% |
| 2024/25 | 72% |
| 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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