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  • Gordons Children's Academy, Junior
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2025 Best Primary Schools in Rochester Area

Find the perfect school for your child's future. Explore top primary and all-through schools across Rochester. Filter by Ofsted rating, faith, and features; compare options; and view on a map or by neighbourhood.

Top Primary Schools in Rochester

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State · Primary
#1ROCHESTER
#196England

The Pilgrim School (A Church of England Primary With Nursery)

Warwick Crescent, Borstal, Rochester, ME1 3LF
Medway council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Outstanding
227 pupils
Mixed
3-11 years
Church of England
Application Demand
Primary School30 offers / 116 applications
Subscription: 3.9xOversubscribed
Nursery
Details
State · Primary
#2ROCHESTER
#1,335England

St Margaret's at Troy Town CofE Voluntary Controlled Primary School

King Street, Rochester, ME1 1YF
Medway council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
221 pupils
Mixed
3-11 years
Church of England
Application Demand
Primary School30 offers / 117 applications
Subscription: 3.9xOversubscribed
Nursery
Details
State · Primary
#3ROCHESTER
#1,888England

Leigh Academy High Halstow

Harrison Drive, High Halstow, Rochester, ME3 8TF
Medway council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Outstanding
216 pupils
Mixed
4-11 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School30 offers / 109 applications
Subscription: 3.6xOversubscribed
No special features
Details
State · Primary
#4ROCHESTER
#3,915England

Cuxton Community Junior School

Bush Road, Cuxton, Rochester, ME2 1EY
Medway council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
227 pupils
Mixed
7-11 years
None
No special features
Details
State · Primary
#5ROCHESTER
#5,122England

St Helen's Church of England Primary School, Cliffe

Church Street, Cliffe, Rochester, ME3 7PU
Medway council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
193 pupils
Mixed
4-11 years
Church of England
Application Demand
Primary School23 offers / 44 applications
Subscription: 1.9xOversubscribed
No special features
Details
State · Primary
#6ROCHESTER
#6,088England

Gordons Children's Academy, Junior

Gordon Road, Strood, Rochester, ME2 3HQ
Medway council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
320 pupils
Mixed
7-11 years
None
No special features
Details
State · Primary
#7ROCHESTER
#6,324England

English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School, Rochester

Frindsbury Road, Strood, Rochester, ME2 4JA
Medway council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
Mixed
4-11 years
Catholic
Application Demand
Primary School27 offers / 66 applications
Subscription: 2.4xOversubscribed
No special features
Details
State · Primary
#8ROCHESTER
#6,538England

Cliffe Woods Primary School

View Road, Cliffe Woods, Rochester, ME3 8UJ
Medway council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Outstanding
421 pupils
Mixed
4-11 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School59 offers / 163 applications
Subscription: 2.8xOversubscribed
No special features
Details
State · Primary
#9ROCHESTER
#6,579England

Halling Primary School

Howlsmere Close, Halling, Rochester, ME2 1ER
Medway council
Primary School
Ofsted Rating
Good
389 pupils
Mixed
5-11 years
None
Application Demand
Primary School60 offers / 99 applications
Subscription: 1.6xOversubscribed
No special features
Details

Map of Primary Schools in Rochester

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Neighbourhoods in Rochester

Allhallows is a popular residential pocket within the Rochester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#26Peninsula East Primary AcademyStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Peninsula East Primary Academy#26
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Boley Hill is a popular residential pocket within the Rochester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
N/AKing's School, RochesterIndependentAll-through3-18 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandNot inspected by Ofsted
King's School, RochesterN/A
School Type: Independent
Phase: All-through
Age Range: 3-18 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Not inspected by Ofsted

Borstal is a popular residential pocket within the Rochester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#1The Pilgrim School (A Church of England Primary With Nursery)StatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandOutstanding
The Pilgrim School (A Church of England Primary With Nursery)#1
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Outstanding

Burham is a popular residential pocket within the Rochester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#18Burham Church of England Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
Burham Church of England Primary School#18
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Chatham is a popular residential pocket within the Rochester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
N/ABalfour Infant SchoolStatePrimary5-7 yearsMixedNoneGood
Balfour Infant SchoolN/A
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 5-7 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Chattenden is a popular residential pocket within the Rochester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#12Chattenden Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Chattenden Primary School#12
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Cliffe is a popular residential pocket within the Rochester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#5St Helen's Church of England Primary School, CliffeStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
St Helen's Church of England Primary School, Cliffe#5
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Cliffe Woods is a popular residential pocket within the Rochester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#8Cliffe Woods Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneOutstanding
Cliffe Woods Primary School#8
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Outstanding

Cuxton is a popular residential pocket within the Rochester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#4Cuxton Community Junior SchoolStatePrimary7-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
N/ACuxton Community Infant SchoolStatePrimary2-7 yearsMixedNoneGood
Cuxton Community Junior School#4
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 7-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Cuxton Community Infant SchoolN/A
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-7 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Frindsbury is a popular residential pocket within the Rochester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#10Hilltop Primary School, RochesterStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Hilltop Primary School, Rochester#10
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Halling is a popular residential pocket within the Rochester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#9Halling Primary SchoolStatePrimary5-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Halling Primary School#9
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 5-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

High Halstow is a popular residential pocket within the Rochester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#3Leigh Academy High HalstowStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneOutstanding
Leigh Academy High Halstow#3
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Outstanding

Higham is a popular residential pocket within the Rochester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#21Higham Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
N/AGad's Hill SchoolIndependentAll-through3-16 yearsMixedNoneNot inspected by Ofsted
Higham Primary School#21
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Gad's Hill SchoolN/A
School Type: Independent
Phase: All-through
Age Range: 3-16 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Not inspected by Ofsted

Hoo is a popular residential pocket within the Rochester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#11The Hundred of Hoo AcademyStateAll-through4-18+ yearsMixedNoneGood
The Hundred of Hoo Academy#11
School Type: State
Phase: All-through
Age Range: 4-18+ years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Hoo St Werburgh is a popular residential pocket within the Rochester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#24Hoo St Werburgh Primary School and the MarlboroughStatePrimary2-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Hoo St Werburgh Primary School and the Marlborough#24
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Isle of Grain is a popular residential pocket within the Rochester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#20St James Church of England Primary Academy, RochesterStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
St James Church of England Primary Academy, Rochester#20
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Strood is a popular residential pocket within the Rochester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#6Gordons Children's Academy, JuniorStatePrimary7-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#7English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School, RochesterStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
#13St William of Perth Roman Catholic Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedCatholicGood
#14Cedar Children's AcademyStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#15Bligh Primary School (Juniors)StatePrimary7-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#16Delce AcademyStatePrimary5-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#17Temple Mill Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#19Elaine Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#25All Faiths Children's AcademyStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
#27Warren Wood Primary School, RochesterStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
N/ABligh Primary School (Infants)StatePrimary2-7 yearsMixedNoneOutstanding
N/ASt Nicholas CEVC Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandOutstanding
N/ACrest Infant SchoolStatePrimary4-7 yearsMixedNoneGood
N/AGordons Children's Academy, InfantStatePrimary5-7 yearsMixedNoneGood
N/ASt Peter's Infant SchoolStatePrimary4-7 yearsMixedNoneGood
N/ARochester Riverside Church of England Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandNo Ofsted graded rating yet
N/ASt Andrew's School (Rochester)IndependentPrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneNot inspected by Ofsted
Gordons Children's Academy, Junior#6
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 7-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School, Rochester#7
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good
St William of Perth Roman Catholic Primary School#13
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Catholic
Ofsted: Good
Cedar Children's Academy#14
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Bligh Primary School (Juniors)#15
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 7-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Delce Academy#16
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 5-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Temple Mill Primary School#17
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Elaine Primary School#19
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
All Faiths Children's Academy#25
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Warren Wood Primary School, Rochester#27
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Bligh Primary School (Infants)N/A
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 2-7 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Outstanding
St Nicholas CEVC Primary SchoolN/A
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Outstanding
Crest Infant SchoolN/A
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-7 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Gordons Children's Academy, InfantN/A
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 5-7 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
St Peter's Infant SchoolN/A
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-7 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good
Rochester Riverside Church of England Primary SchoolN/A
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: No Ofsted graded rating yet
St Andrew's School (Rochester)N/A
School Type: Independent
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Not inspected by Ofsted

Troy Town is a popular residential pocket within the Rochester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#2St Margaret's at Troy Town CofE Voluntary Controlled Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
St Margaret's at Troy Town CofE Voluntary Controlled Primary School#2
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

Wainscott is a popular residential pocket within the Rochester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#22Wainscott Primary SchoolStatePrimary3-11 yearsMixedNoneGood
Wainscott Primary School#22
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 3-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: None
Ofsted: Good

Wouldham is a popular residential pocket within the Rochester area, offering a balanced mix of family housing and green space. Local amenities and transport links provide quick access across Rochester and into nearby towns. Parents appreciate the walkability and community feel, with schools serving a diverse set of streets and estates.

Local RankSchoolTypePhaseAge RangeGenderReligiousOfsted
#23Wouldham, All Saints Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary SchoolStatePrimary4-11 yearsMixedChurch of EnglandGood
Wouldham, All Saints Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School#23
School Type: State
Phase: Primary
Age Range: 4-11 years
Gender: Mixed
Religious Character: Church of England
Ofsted: Good

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