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The Academy of Woodlands

Woodlands Road, Gillingham, ME7 2DU

A Good-rated primary school in Gillingham where 69% of pupils met the expected standard at KS2.

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Pupils

792

Ages

2-11

FSM

35.7%

Capacity

630

Ofsted

Good

Mar 2025

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

74.0%

Writing

83.0%

Maths

72.0%

RWM Combined

69.0%

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About The Academy of Woodlands

The Academy of Woodlands is a primary school in Gillingham, Medway. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2025 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 135 responses), 62% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 69% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 792 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Woodlands Road, Gillingham, ME7 2DU | More schools in Medway

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for The Academy of Woodlands, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Mar 2025 — Good
Dec 2019 — School remains Good
Oct 2011 — Good (predecessor: Woodlands Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about The Academy of Woodlands

What is The Academy of Woodlands's Ofsted rating?

The Academy of Woodlands received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2025 inspection.

What do parents say about The Academy of Woodlands?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 135 responses): 62% of parents would recommend The Academy of Woodlands.

What are The Academy of Woodlands's latest exam results?

The Academy of Woodlands: KS2 2024/25: 69% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is The Academy of Woodlands located?

The Academy of Woodlands is a primary school in Gillingham, Medway (ME7 2DU).

How many pupils attend The Academy of Woodlands?

The Academy of Woodlands has around 792 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare The Academy of Woodlands with other schools?

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