Gordons Children's Academy, Junior

URN: 140606 • Rochester ME2 3HQ

Overview

Name
Gordons Children's Academy, Junior
URN
140606
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
THE THINKING SCHOOLS ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
54.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Kirstie Jones (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
03333602110
Website
Visit
Address
Gordon Road, Rochester ME2 3HQ

Summary

Gordons Children's Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Rochester, Medway, with a current enrolment of 296 pupils and a capacity for 400. The school is dedicated to fostering a positive and secure learning environment where children feel valued and supported. The ethos emphasises collaboration between parents and the school to enhance the educational experience for all students.

The curriculum at Gordons Children's Academy is designed to provide rich and inclusive learning experiences, encouraging pupils to become independent thinkers. The school prioritises the academic, emotional, moral, cultural, and physical development of its students, aiming to instil resilience and curiosity about the world. The academy is part of The Thinking Schools Academy Trust, which shares a vision of transforming life chances for all students.

Gordons Children's Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, expecting all staff and volunteers to uphold this principle. The school also encourages pupil involvement through initiatives like the Pupil Parliament and Eco Council, fostering a sense of responsibility and community engagement among its students.

Key details

LA
Medway
Age range
7 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THE THINKING SCHOOLS ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
400
Pupils
296
Boys
149
Girls
147
FSM %
32.80
Open date
2014-03-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-09-28
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 296 149 147 400 32.80
2024-09-11 320 167 153 400 27.80
2023-09-11 321 165 156 400 23.10
2022-09-11 321 165 156 400 23.10
2021-09-11 341 169 172 400 22.90
2020-09-11 356 180 176 400 17.40

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