Warren Wood Primary School
Rochester, ME1 2UR · Medway · primary school
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56th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 0.6/10 against 1,730 of them, against 0.8/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 38.0 · 7 | 62% | 0.41 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 38% | 0.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Warren Wood Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 38.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (0.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 458 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 who have not reached the expected standard in core subjects? How does the school ensure equitable access to extracurricular opportunities for all students?
What Ofsted said about Warren Wood Primary School
Overview
Warren Wood Primary School is stabilising following significant leadership changes and a transition to a new trust. The report describes a school with a "calm and happy atmosphere" where pupils are "respectful and courteous," though the quality of education and early years provision currently "Requires improvement."
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "high levels of empathy" and build "positive relationships with staff and peers."
- The school has designed an "ambitious curriculum" that clearly identifies necessary skills and knowledge.
- Staff "know the pupils well," allowing for swift identification of learning barriers and "well-designed adaptations" for those with special educational needs.
- The school prioritises mental health, offering support such as "time with the school dogs" and input from a "skilled pastoral team."
- Attendance is improving due to "clear routines" and "well-targeted support" for pupils facing barriers.
Areas to improve
- Staff must develop "appropriate skills and knowledge" to teach phonics precisely, ensuring pupils become "fluent and confident readers as swiftly as they can."
- Teachers need to improve checks on pupil understanding to identify "gaps in pupils’ knowledge" so support is effective.
- The "implementation of the new curriculum across subjects is uneven," requiring staff to have the skills to deliver it effectively.
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 | 47% |
| 2024/25 | 38% |
| 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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