Shears Green Junior School

URN: 118436 • Gravesend DA11 7JB

Overview

Name
Shears Green Junior School
URN
118436
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Northfleet Schools Co-Operative Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
58.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Matthew Paterson (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01474567359
Website
Visit
Address
White Avenue, Gravesend DA11 7JB

Summary

Shears Green Junior School is a mixed foundation primary school located in Gravesend, Kent, with a current enrollment of 492 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 480. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every child is encouraged to become the best version of themselves. The core values of Kindness, Curiosity, Courage, and Honesty underpin the school's ethos, promoting a culture of equity and support for all students, regardless of their backgrounds.

The curriculum at Shears Green is designed to engage students by incorporating their interests and preferences into the learning experience. Reading is central to the school's educational approach, ensuring that literacy skills are developed across all subjects. The school also offers a range of extracurricular activities, including clubs and community support initiatives, to enhance students' social and personal development.

Shears Green Junior School prides itself on strong community ties and open communication with parents. The school actively seeks to involve families in the educational process, providing opportunities for collaboration and support, which is reflected in positive feedback from parents regarding the school's inclusive and caring atmosphere.

Key details

LA
Kent
Age range
7 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Northfleet Schools Co-Operative Trust
Capacity
480
Pupils
492
Boys
231
Girls
261
FSM %
35.20
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-01-19
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 492 231 261 480 35.20
2024-09-11 490 223 267 480 30.60
2023-09-11 474 236 238 480 27.60
2022-09-11 474 236 238 480 27.60
2021-09-11 481 228 253 480 23.10
2020-09-11 482 225 257 480 18.90

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