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
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.
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.
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- About us (other)
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- Parent Hub (other)
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- Key Information and Policies (other)
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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
- 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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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