Higham Primary School

URN: 118262 • Rochester ME3 7JL

Overview

Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Ofsted rating
n/a

Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Catherine Grattan (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01474822535
Website
Visit
Address
School Lane, Rochester ME3 7JL

Summary

Higham Primary School is a community school located in Rochester, Kent, catering to children aged 4 to 11. With a capacity of 211 pupils, the school operates as a one-form entry institution, currently accommodating 210 students across seven classes. The school features two buildings: a Victorian structure housing the library and upper-year classrooms, and a newer building for younger students, along with extensive outdoor facilities that include science areas, sports pitches, and climbing equipment.

The school is committed to fostering a supportive atmosphere of trust and respect, encouraging collaboration between parents and teachers to enhance student achievement. Higham Primary offers a range of extracurricular activities, including clubs for choir, gymnastics, and coding, as well as opportunities for inter-school sports competitions. The Parent Teacher Association plays an active role in the school community, working to raise funds for additional resources.

Attendance is taken seriously at Higham Primary, with a strong expectation for pupils to attend regularly. Absences during term time are only permitted under exceptional circumstances, and parents are encouraged to communicate openly with staff regarding their children's progress and well-being.

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Key details

LA
Kent
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
211
Pupils
211
Boys
102
Girls
109
FSM %
13.30
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 211 102 109 211 13.30
2024-09-11 209 111 98 210 13.00
2023-09-11 208 102 106 210 9.10
2022-09-11 208 102 106 210 9.10
2021-09-11 206 99 107 210 10.20
2020-09-11 207 93 114 208 8.20

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