Kingfisher Community Primary School

URN: 139927 • Chatham ME5 7NX

Overview

Name
Kingfisher Community Primary School
URN
139927
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
THE GRIFFIN SCHOOLS TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
50.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Fiona Armstrong (since 2025)
Telephone
01634661540
Website
Visit
Address
Kingfisher Drive, Chatham ME5 7NX

Summary

Kingfisher Community Primary School, located in Chatham, Medway, is an academy sponsor-led institution catering to mixed-gender pupils from ages 4 to 11. With a current enrolment of 207 students and a capacity of 210, the school serves a diverse community, with 42% of pupils eligible for free school meals, reflecting its commitment to inclusivity and support for families in need.

The school places a strong emphasis on professional development for its staff, as evidenced by scheduled all-day staff development days. This focus on continuous improvement aims to enhance the quality of education and support provided to students, ensuring that they receive a well-rounded curriculum tailored to their needs.

Kingfisher Community Primary School fosters a positive culture and climate, encouraging collaboration and a sense of belonging among students, staff, and the wider community. The school’s ethos promotes respect, resilience, and a love for learning, preparing pupils for their future educational journeys. For more information, parents can visit the school's website at www.kingfisher-gst.org.

Key details

LA
Medway
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THE GRIFFIN SCHOOLS TRUST
Capacity
210
Pupils
207
Boys
92
Girls
115
FSM %
42.00
Open date
2013-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-09-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 207 92 115 210 42.00
2024-09-11 210 101 109 210 39.00
2023-09-11 212 100 112 210 35.40
2022-09-11 212 100 112 210 35.40
2021-09-11 219 105 114 210 36.70
2020-09-11 205 98 107 210 30.40

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