Gillingham Primary School
URN: 149413 • Gillingham SP8 4QR
Overview
- Name
- Gillingham Primary School
- URN
- 149413
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- PICKWICK ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 40.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Susan Preston (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01747823245
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- School Road, Gillingham SP8 4QR
Summary
Gillingham Primary School, located in the heart of Gillingham, Dorset, is a mixed academy converter with a current enrolment of 234 pupils, out of a capacity of 420. The school operates under the vision of "Enjoy - Engage - Excel," which underpins its commitment to fostering a positive learning environment where children can explore their ideas and develop their talents. The school places a strong emphasis on creating a supportive and inclusive atmosphere for all students and their families.
The curriculum at Gillingham Primary is designed to provide diverse and stimulating opportunities, encouraging students to engage fully with their learning. The school has high expectations for all pupils and aims to instil a lifelong love of learning. Gillingham Primary became part of the Pickwick Academy Trust in December 2022, which enhances collaboration and resource sharing among schools to improve educational outcomes.
Community involvement is a key aspect of Gillingham Primary's ethos. The school actively encourages partnerships with parents and carers, ensuring they are well-equipped to support their children's education. Recent feedback from parents indicates a high level of satisfaction, with 96% expressing a willingness to recommend the school to others.
The curriculum at Gillingham Primary is designed to provide diverse and stimulating opportunities, encouraging students to engage fully with their learning. The school has high expectations for all pupils and aims to instil a lifelong love of learning. Gillingham Primary became part of the Pickwick Academy Trust in December 2022, which enhances collaboration and resource sharing among schools to improve educational outcomes.
Community involvement is a key aspect of Gillingham Primary's ethos. The school actively encourages partnerships with parents and carers, ensuring they are well-equipped to support their children's education. Recent feedback from parents indicates a high level of satisfaction, with 96% expressing a willingness to recommend the school to others.
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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
- Dorset
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- PICKWICK ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 234
- Boys
- 129
- Girls
- 105
- FSM %
- 24.80
- Open date
- 2022-12-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Dorset
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 234 | 129 | 105 | 420 | 24.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 270 | 147 | 123 | 420 | 30.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 420 |
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