Best 3 Primary schools in Medway – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of primary schools: Leigh Academy High Halstow (Primary) in Rochester; Bligh Primary School (Infants) (Primary) in Rochester; Cliffe Woods Primary School (Primary) in Rochester — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Leigh Academy High Halstow, Bligh Primary School (Infants) and Cliffe Woods Primary School. They are primary phase and academy converter type located around Rochester, Kent. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Leigh Academy High Halstow), published Sep 2023. The most recent inspection on record is for Leigh Academy High Halstow (Sep 2023). average roll around ≈ 300, combined total ≈ 950, typical FSM 10–15%, range 5–10%–20–25%; spread across trusts such as Leigh Academies Trust, Maritime Academy Trust and ALETHEIA ACADEMIES TRUST.

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Attribute	Leigh Academy High Halstow ME3 8TF	Bligh Primary School (Infants) ME2 2XJ	Cliffe Woods Primary School ME3 8UJ
Phase / Type	Primary • Academy converter	Primary • Academy converter	Primary • Academy converter
Location	Rochester Kent ME3 8TF	Rochester Kent ME2 2XJ	Rochester Kent ME3 8UJ
Latest Ofsted	1 12 Sep 2023	1 3 Sep 2015	1 8 May 2015
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 200 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 300 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 400 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	10–15% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	20–25% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	210	270	420
Capacity utilisation	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	Leigh Academies Trust	Maritime Academy Trust	ALETHEIA ACADEMIES TRUST
Website	leighacademyhighhalstow.org.uk	www.blighprimaryschool.co.uk	www.cliffewoods.medway.sch.uk
Telephone	01634251098	01634336220	01634220822
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Leigh Academy High Halstow

ME3 8TF

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy converter
Location: Rochester
Kent
ME3 8TF
Ofsted: 1 12 Sep 2023
Pupils: ≈ 200 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 10–15% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Leigh Academies Trust
Website: leighacademyhighhalstow.org.uk
Telephone: 01634251098

Bligh Primary School (Infants)

ME2 2XJ

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy converter
Location: Rochester
Kent
ME2 2XJ
Ofsted: 1 3 Sep 2015
Pupils: ≈ 300 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 20–25% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Maritime Academy Trust
Website: www.blighprimaryschool.co.uk
Telephone: 01634336220

Cliffe Woods Primary School

ME3 8UJ

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy converter
Location: Rochester
Kent
ME3 8UJ
Ofsted: 1 8 May 2015
Pupils: ≈ 400 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: ALETHEIA ACADEMIES TRUST
Website: www.cliffewoods.medway.sch.uk
Telephone: 01634220822

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.