Wyke Primary School
URN: 113743 • Gillingham SP8 4SH
Overview
- Name
- Wyke Primary School
- URN
- 113743
- 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
- 49.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Ed Birkett (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Deane Avenue, Gillingham SP8 4SH
Summary
Wyke Primary School is a community primary school located in Gillingham, North Dorset, with a current enrolment of 187 pupils and a capacity of 207. The school emphasizes a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child is known and valued. The dedicated staff aim to support each child's unique strengths, fostering a sense of belonging and encouraging personal and academic growth.
The curriculum at Wyke is designed to be broad, balanced, and creative, focusing on an enquiry-led approach known as Curious City. This framework aims to ignite curiosity and inspire a love of learning, while also promoting resilience and respect among students. The school’s values—Respect, Kindness, Resilience, Friendship, Trust, and Responsibility—guide the community’s interactions and help cultivate a positive atmosphere.
Wyke Primary School places a strong emphasis on collaboration between teachers and families, recognizing that effective education is achieved through genuine partnerships. The school is committed to celebrating diversity and fostering a safe environment where children can thrive both academically and socially.
The curriculum at Wyke is designed to be broad, balanced, and creative, focusing on an enquiry-led approach known as Curious City. This framework aims to ignite curiosity and inspire a love of learning, while also promoting resilience and respect among students. The school’s values—Respect, Kindness, Resilience, Friendship, Trust, and Responsibility—guide the community’s interactions and help cultivate a positive atmosphere.
Wyke Primary School places a strong emphasis on collaboration between teachers and families, recognizing that effective education is achieved through genuine partnerships. The school is committed to celebrating diversity and fostering a safe environment where children can thrive both academically and socially.
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Nearby alternatives
- Barnsole Primary School (79.4)
- St George's Church of England School, Bourton (72.7)
- Fairview Community Primary School (69.2)
- Thames View Primary School (68.0)
- Park Wood Junior School (65.5)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 187 | 104 | 83 | 207 | 21.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 187 | 104 | 83 | 207 | 21.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 180 | 100 | 80 | 207 | 24.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 180 | 100 | 80 | 207 | 24.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 169 | 98 | 71 | 207 | 23.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 168 | 90 | 78 | 207 | 19.60 |
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