Balfour Infant School
URN: 118329 • Rochester ME1 2QT
Overview
- Name
- Balfour Infant School
- URN
- 118329
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 52.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Joseph Pomeroy (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01634338280
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Pattens Lane, Rochester ME1 2QT
Summary
Balfour Infant School is a community primary school located in Rochester, Medway, catering to mixed-gender pupils aged 4 to 7. With a current enrolment of 260 students, the school has a capacity for 270. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment where children can grow and learn together, guided by the ethos of collaboration and community involvement.
The curriculum at Balfour Infant School is designed to provide a well-rounded education, covering key subjects such as English, Maths, Science, and the Arts. The school places a strong emphasis on personal development, including PSHE and RSE, ensuring that children not only achieve academically but also develop important life skills. Support for students with special educational needs is provided through a dedicated team, ensuring that all children receive the assistance they need to thrive.
Balfour Infant School actively engages with parents and the wider community, encouraging involvement through various initiatives and events. The school promotes values such as equality and respect, contributing to a positive and inclusive atmosphere for all students. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the office directly.
The curriculum at Balfour Infant School is designed to provide a well-rounded education, covering key subjects such as English, Maths, Science, and the Arts. The school places a strong emphasis on personal development, including PSHE and RSE, ensuring that children not only achieve academically but also develop important life skills. Support for students with special educational needs is provided through a dedicated team, ensuring that all children receive the assistance they need to thrive.
Balfour Infant School actively engages with parents and the wider community, encouraging involvement through various initiatives and events. The school promotes values such as equality and respect, contributing to a positive and inclusive atmosphere for all students. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the office directly.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Governor Newsletters (governance)
- Governors Information (governance)
- Our Governors (governance)
- S.E.N Provision (sen)
- Sensory Circuits (sen)
- Clubs & Events (calendar)
- School Calendar / >> (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- Cliffe Woods Primary School (74.0)
- Bligh Infant School (73.5)
- Leigh Academy High Halstow (72.5)
- The Pilgrim School (70.2)
- Hilltop Primary School (67.1)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 260 | 132 | 128 | 270 | 23.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 268 | 139 | 129 | 270 | 23.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 250 | 128 | 122 | 270 | 21.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 250 | 128 | 122 | 270 | 21.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 253 | 143 | 110 | 270 | 18.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 266 | 146 | 120 | 270 | 12.20 |
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