St James Church of England Primary Academy
URN: 138974 • Rochester ME3 0BS
Overview
- Name
- St James Church of England Primary Academy
- URN
- 138974
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- MEDWAY ANGLICAN SCHOOLS TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 56.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Fay Cordingley (since 2025) , Head of School
- Telephone
- 01634270341
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- High Street, Rochester ME3 0BS
Summary
St James Church of England Primary Academy, located in Rochester, Medway, is a mixed academy with a current enrolment of 190 pupils, serving a capacity of 210. The school operates under the Medway Anglican Schools Trust and is committed to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment for children of all backgrounds and abilities. The ethos of the school is rooted in Christian values, promoting respect, care, and collaboration among students, staff, and the wider community.
The curriculum at St James is designed to be broad and balanced, incorporating creativity and hands-on experiences to enhance learning. Pupils are encouraged to engage in various activities, including trips, productions, and extracurricular options, which aim to foster a love of learning and personal growth. The school prioritises excellent teaching and support to help every child achieve their potential.
St James values strong partnerships with parents and the local community, recognising the importance of collaboration in a child's education. The school strives to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere where all pupils can thrive and develop into lifelong learners. For more information, visit their website at [St James Church of England Primary Academy](http://www.stjamesisleofgrain.org.uk).
The curriculum at St James is designed to be broad and balanced, incorporating creativity and hands-on experiences to enhance learning. Pupils are encouraged to engage in various activities, including trips, productions, and extracurricular options, which aim to foster a love of learning and personal growth. The school prioritises excellent teaching and support to help every child achieve their potential.
St James values strong partnerships with parents and the local community, recognising the importance of collaboration in a child's education. The school strives to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere where all pupils can thrive and develop into lifelong learners. For more information, visit their website at [St James Church of England Primary Academy](http://www.stjamesisleofgrain.org.uk).
Useful links
- Governor Business Interests (governance)
- Governor Zone (governance)
- Meet our Governors (governance)
- SEN D (sen)
- News and Events (calendar)
- Term 5 2024-2025 (download)
- Term 6 2024-2025 (download)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
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)
Key details
- LA
- Medway
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- MEDWAY ANGLICAN SCHOOLS TRUST
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 190
- Boys
- 92
- Girls
- 98
- FSM %
- 31.20
- Open date
- 2012-12-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-05-24
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Kent
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 190 | 92 | 98 | 210 | 31.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 192 | 92 | 100 | 210 | 26.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 207 | 99 | 108 | 210 | 29.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 207 | 99 | 108 | 210 | 29.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 182 | 86 | 96 | 210 | 26.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 178 | 85 | 93 | 210 | 19.40 |
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