Featherby Infant and Nursery School
URN: 145042 • Gillingham ME8 6PD
Overview
- Name
- Featherby Infant and Nursery School
- URN
- 145042
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- MARITIME ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 54.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Emma Pape (since 2025) , Head of School
- Telephone
- 01634231072
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Allington Road, Gillingham ME8 6PD
Summary
Featherby Infant and Nursery School, located in Gillingham, Medway, is a mixed primary academy with a current enrolment of 303 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 270. The school operates under the Maritime Academy Trust and is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment. With a focus on high aspirations and values-led education, Featherby aims to nurture independent and resilient learners who are prepared for the challenges of the 21st century.
The curriculum at Featherby is designed to develop both academic skills and life skills, encouraging children to become collaborative and independent thinkers. The school employs a thematic approach to learning, integrating cognitive science principles to enhance knowledge retention and understanding. This approach aims to equip students with the necessary tools for their future educational journeys.
Featherby prides itself on its strong community ethos, where parents and staff work collaboratively to support children's learning and well-being. The school values open communication and actively engages families in the educational process, fostering a sense of belonging and partnership within the school community.
The curriculum at Featherby is designed to develop both academic skills and life skills, encouraging children to become collaborative and independent thinkers. The school employs a thematic approach to learning, integrating cognitive science principles to enhance knowledge retention and understanding. This approach aims to equip students with the necessary tools for their future educational journeys.
Featherby prides itself on its strong community ethos, where parents and staff work collaboratively to support children's learning and well-being. The school values open communication and actively engages families in the educational process, fostering a sense of belonging and partnership within the school community.
Useful links
- Our Local Academy Council (governance)
- Medical Needs @ Featherby (sen)
- Our SEND Local Offer (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Featherby Junior Ofsted Report 2022 (download)
- Featherby Schools Prospectus (download)
- Admissions (other)
- Casual / In Year Admissions to Featherby (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Our Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Barnsole Primary School (79.4)
- St George's Church of England School, Bourton (72.7)
- Fairview Community Primary School (69.2)
- Thames View Primary School (68.0)
- Park Wood Junior School (65.5)
Key details
- LA
- Medway
- Age range
- 3 - 7
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- MARITIME ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 270
- Pupils
- 303
- Boys
- 148
- Girls
- 155
- FSM %
- 34.30
- Open date
- 2017-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-11-17
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Kent
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 303 | 148 | 155 | 270 | 34.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 299 | 151 | 148 | 270 | 34.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 298 | 151 | 147 | 270 | 28.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 298 | 151 | 147 | 270 | 28.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 297 | 143 | 154 | 270 | 26.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 296 | 151 | 145 | 270 | 15.20 |
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