Gillingham Primary School

URN: 113666 • Gillingham SP8 4QR

Overview

Name
Gillingham Primary School
URN
113666
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
49.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Susan Preston (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
School Road, Gillingham SP8 4QR

Summary

Gillingham Primary School is a community school located in the heart of Gillingham, Dorset, with a current enrolment of 308 pupils and a capacity of 420. The school operates under the vision of "Enjoy - Engage - Excel," aiming to foster a positive learning environment where children are encouraged to explore their ideas and develop their talents. The school places a strong emphasis on inclusivity and high expectations for all students, ensuring that each child feels valued and supported throughout their educational journey.

The curriculum at Gillingham Primary is designed to provide diverse and stimulating opportunities for learning, with a focus on personal development and the nurturing of individual talents. The school has recently joined the Pickwick Academy Trust, which enhances collaboration with other schools to improve educational outcomes. Parents are actively involved in the school community, with a recent survey indicating that 96% of respondents would recommend the school to others.

Gillingham Primary also offers before and after-school care, including a Breakfast Club and the Planet Play After School Club, ensuring that children have access to safe and engaging activities outside of regular school hours. The school is committed to instilling values that prepare students to be responsible and positive members of society.

Key details

LA
Dorset
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
420
Pupils
308
Boys
166
Girls
142
FSM %
29.50
Open date
Close date
2022-11-30
Last Ofsted
2018-11-01
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Dorset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 308 166 142 420 29.50
2024-09-11 308 166 142 420 29.50
2023-09-11 308 166 142 420 29.50
2022-09-11 308 166 142 420 29.50
2021-09-11 315 170 145 420 25.10
2020-09-11 338 181 157 420 21.30

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