Fairview Community Primary School
URN: 134904 • Gillingham ME8 0NU
Overview
- Name
- Fairview Community Primary School
- URN
- 134904
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 69.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Karin Tillett (since 2025) , Head Teacher
- Telephone
- 01634338710
- Website
- Visit Fairview Community Primary School website
- Address
-
Drewery Drive, Gillingham ME8 0NU
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Summary
Fairview Community Primary School, located in Gillingham, Medway, is a mixed community school catering to 684 pupils, with a capacity of 690. The school prides itself on creating a secure, inclusive, and nurturing environment where children are encouraged to develop confidence and a strong sense of belonging. The ethos of the school promotes a balance of challenge and support, enabling students to understand what they need to reach their full potential.
The curriculum at Fairview is designed to be stimulating and motivating, preparing pupils for future success. The school values the partnership between home and school, actively involving parents in their children's education. This collaborative approach is reinforced by a dedicated team of staff and a supportive Governing Body and Parents’ Association.
Additionally, Fairview has a unique feature—a school dog named Lenny, who is part of The Dog Mentor Programme. Lenny provides emotional and behavioural support to students, contributing positively to their overall development and engagement in learning. This initiative reflects the school’s commitment to fostering a well-rounded educational experience for all children.
The curriculum at Fairview is designed to be stimulating and motivating, preparing pupils for future success. The school values the partnership between home and school, actively involving parents in their children's education. This collaborative approach is reinforced by a dedicated team of staff and a supportive Governing Body and Parents’ Association.
Additionally, Fairview has a unique feature—a school dog named Lenny, who is part of The Dog Mentor Programme. Lenny provides emotional and behavioural support to students, contributing positively to their overall development and engagement in learning. This initiative reflects the school’s commitment to fostering a well-rounded educational experience for all children.
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Nearby alternatives
- Barnsole Primary School (79.4)
- St George's Church of England School, Bourton (72.7)
- Thames View Primary School (68.0)
- Park Wood Junior School (65.5)
- Featherby Infant and Nursery School (65.4)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 684 | 366 | 318 | 690 | 5.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 672 | 345 | 327 | 690 | 6.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 665 | 344 | 321 | 630 | 7.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 665 | 344 | 321 | 630 | 7.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 662 | 333 | 329 | 630 | 6.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 669 | 319 | 350 | 630 | 5.00 |
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