Riverside Primary School

URN: 134011 • Gillingham ME8 8ET

Overview

Name
Riverside Primary School
URN
134011
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
60.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Kim Williams (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
St Edmunds Way, Gillingham ME8 8ET

Summary

Riverside Primary School, located in Gillingham, Medway, is a community school that serves 225 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 210. The school is part of the Rainham Mark Education Trust and is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment. With a strong emphasis on values such as curiosity, respect, and resilience, Riverside aims to provide a well-rounded education that prepares children to be independent and successful citizens.

The curriculum at Riverside is designed to be engaging and progressive, promoting a love of learning through creative and memorable experiences. The school is particularly noted for its inclusive practices, catering to a diverse range of abilities and backgrounds, including provisions for children with autism and visual impairments. Riverside has received recognition for its outstanding behaviour and attitudes, as well as its health and wellbeing initiatives, achieving Platinum status under the Better Medway Health and Wellbeing Award.

Riverside Primary School actively engages with the local community through projects and partnerships, fostering a sense of citizenship among students. The school maintains strong communication with parents via Class Dojo and has a dedicated PTA that supports fundraising efforts to enhance the school environment. Overall, Riverside is dedicated to nurturing each child's potential in a caring and inclusive setting.

Key details

LA
Medway
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
225
Boys
130
Girls
95
FSM %
19.20
Open date
2003-09-01
Close date
2017-03-31
Last Ofsted
2012-11-29
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 225 130 95 210 19.20
2024-09-11 225 130 95 210 19.20
2023-09-11 225 130 95 210 19.20
2022-09-11 225 130 95 210 19.20
2021-09-11 225 130 95 210 19.20
2020-09-11 225 130 95 210 19.20

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