School Compass
Hempstead Junior School
Gillingham · Medway · ME7 3HJ. junior · Community school · State-funded · Ages 7 to 11. Compare published figures with nearby schools, then print a visit pack — not a league table.
Published snapshot
Figures come from the same Medway index as the compare tool. Gaps are common — treat blanks as prompts to dig deeper, not as a verdict.
- Ofsted overall
- Good
- KS2 RWM expected
- 72%
- Attainment 8
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- English & maths 9–4
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Ofsted publication date: 30/04/2024. Open Ofsted report
Common questions
Short factual answers from published data — use the compare tool and a visit for fit, not tables alone.
What is Hempstead Junior School's Ofsted rating?
Hempstead Junior School has an overall Ofsted grade of Good (published 30/04/2024). Open the full report for context — a single grade is not a verdict on fit for your child.
What are Hempstead Junior School's Key Stage 2 results?
Published DfE figures show 72% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (RWM) at the end of primary. Compare with neighbours in School Compass — not as a league table.
Where is Hempstead Junior School?
Hempstead Junior School is in Gillingham (ME7 3HJ), Medway. URN 118423.
How do I compare Hempstead Junior School with nearby schools?
Open School Compass with Hempstead Junior School shortlisted, enter your home postcode, tick two to four neighbours, then compare side by side and print a visit pack. School Compass is parental compare — patterns to visit on, not a ranked verdict.
Inspection excerpt
Verbatim from the published report (School inspection School inspection · 06 March 2024). Open the full PDF for context.
Hempstead Junior School continues to be a good school.
Official links
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Other schools in Gillingham
36 schools on the Gillingham town page — shortlist a few, then compare side by side.
Citation
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Hempstead Junior School
URN: 118423
Local authority: Medway
Town: Gillingham
Postcode: ME7 3HJ
Ofsted overall: Good (30/04/2024)
DfE data period: 2024/2025
Index updated: 2026-07-31
Canonical: https://schoolcompass.uk/schools/118423/
Positioning: School Compass parental compare — not a league table.How to use this page
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