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Parkwood Primary School

Gillingham · Medway · ME8 9LP. primary · Community school · State-funded · Ages 4 to 11. Compare published figures with nearby schools, then print a visit pack — not a league table.

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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
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KS2 RWM expected
58%
Attainment 8
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English & maths 9–4
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Common questions

Short factual answers from published data — use the compare tool and a visit for fit, not tables alone.

What are Parkwood Primary School's Key Stage 2 results?

Published DfE figures show 58% 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 Parkwood Primary School?

Parkwood Primary School is in Gillingham (ME8 9LP), Medway. URN 118472.

How do I compare Parkwood Primary School with nearby schools?

Open School Compass with Parkwood Primary 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: Requires Improvement School inspection · 07 June 2023). Open the full PDF for context.

Pupils love coming to this friendly and welcoming school. They are happy and kind to one another. Pupils enjoy the well-equipped playground. They play together happily. Pupils do not worry about bullying because it does not happen very often. When it does, staff take it seriously and deal with it quickly. Leaders…

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Parkwood Primary School
URN: 118472
Local authority: Medway
Town: Gillingham
Postcode: ME8 9LP
DfE data period: 2024/2025
Index updated: 2026-07-31
Canonical: https://schoolcompass.uk/schools/118472/
Positioning: School Compass parental compare — not a league table.

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