The Pilgrim School (A Church of England Primary With Nursery)
URN: 143832 • Rochester ME1 3LF
Overview
- Name
- The Pilgrim School (A Church of England Primary With Nursery)
- URN
- 143832
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE PILGRIM MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 45.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Alison Mepsted (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01634975555
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Warwick Crescent, Rochester ME1 3LF
Summary
The Pilgrim School is a Church of England primary academy located in Rochester, Medway, catering to mixed-gender pupils aged 3 to 11. With a current enrolment of 219 students, the school operates above its planned capacity of 210. The school’s ethos is rooted in the teachings of Jesus, focusing on compassion, inclusivity, and character development through its "Pilgrim Attributes" programme, which encourages students to reflect on their choices and personal growth.
The school day begins with a breakfast club at 7:45 a.m., followed by nursery and primary sessions starting at 8:45 a.m. The school places a strong emphasis on attendance and communication with parents regarding absences. Admissions for the reception class are managed by Medway Council, with a supplementary information form required for those applying under the church denomination preference.
The Pilgrim School fosters a supportive community environment, encouraging parental involvement through events and a Parent-Teacher Association (PTFA). The school is committed to nurturing each child's potential, ensuring they thrive academically and socially within a caring framework.
The school day begins with a breakfast club at 7:45 a.m., followed by nursery and primary sessions starting at 8:45 a.m. The school places a strong emphasis on attendance and communication with parents regarding absences. Admissions for the reception class are managed by Medway Council, with a supplementary information form required for those applying under the church denomination preference.
The Pilgrim School fosters a supportive community environment, encouraging parental involvement through events and a Parent-Teacher Association (PTFA). The school is committed to nurturing each child's potential, ensuring they thrive academically and socially within a caring framework.
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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
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE PILGRIM MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 219
- Boys
- 105
- Girls
- 114
- FSM %
- 19.10
- Open date
- 2016-12-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Kent
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 219 | 105 | 114 | 210 | 19.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 227 | 100 | 127 | 210 | 19.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 224 | 108 | 116 | 210 | 16.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 224 | 108 | 116 | 210 | 16.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 231 | 110 | 121 | 210 | 15.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 228 | 105 | 123 | 210 | 12.70 |
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