St Margaret's Infant School, Gillingham
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Location
Estimated admission likelihood based on school density and oversubscription data
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 1 year agoOverall
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
St Margaret's provides exceptional care and compassion, making every child feel that they truly matter. The school has lofty ambitions for all pupils and delivers impressive results - by Year 2, pupils produce accurate and accomplished writing, apply mathematical concepts to solve problems, and excel across the curriculum. Teachers provide clear, helpful feedback that turns mistakes into learning opportunities, and pupils are proud to improve their work.
Key Strengths
- Highly effective teaching of early reading with consistent approach from Nursery through Year 1 - pupils become fluent, confident readers
- Well-designed curriculum with strong subject knowledge ensures pupils learn and remember knowledge over time, producing high-quality work
- Excellent behaviour and attitudes to learning - classrooms are purposeful and calm with pupils showing enthusiasm, kindness and respect
- Strong support for pupils with SEND through collaborative work with parents and outside agencies, with tailored resources and adaptations
- Rich personal development programme including leadership roles (Calming Crew, Play Rangers, Eco Squad) and diverse experiences like swimming, community singing and sports events
Safeguarding
Safeguarding arrangements are effective with leaders prioritising pupils' best interests and creating a welcoming, reflective approach.
Extracurricular Activities
Calming Crew, Play Rangers, Eco Squad, School Learning Council, community singing, trust sports events, swimming lessons, online safety programme, road safety programme
St Margaret's Infant School has made impressive improvements across all areas since its previous inspection. Pupils flourish with confidence and happiness, achieving highly across the curriculum with excellent behaviour and strong support for all learners.
At a Glance
12.2%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
Yes
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
What Parents Think
61 responsesSource: Ofsted Parent View - % who strongly agree or agree
Class Sizes
28.9
Avg class size
29.2
Infant (KS1)
10
Total classes
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
116%
Over capacity
312 pupils
270 capacity
42 places over capacity
Area Demand Pressure - Gillingham
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for Gillingham
Admissions Demand - Medway
Places available
3,805
Applications
3,151
Got 1st preference
95.6%
Got preferred school
99.4%
Primary admissions across Medway (2025/26)
Inspection History(3)
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School Funding
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Pupil Absence2024/25
4.61034%
Overall absence
11.60221%
Persistent absence
181
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
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