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Rivermead School

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Rivermead School

Forge Lane, Gillingham, ME7 1UG

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Pupils
139
Ages
4-16
FSM
57.9%
Attainment 8
13.3
Ofsted
Good
Feb 2024

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

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RWM Combined
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GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
13.3
Progress 8?
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9-7 Grades
0.0%
Basics 9-5
4.3%

Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

9–7% / 9–5% / 9–4% available for 2 years

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
0.0%
EBacc APS
1.03
EBacc 9-5
0.0%
EBacc 9-4
0.0%
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About Rivermead School

Rivermead School is a secondary school in Gillingham, Medway. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2024 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 13.3. The school has around 139 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Forge Lane, Gillingham, ME7 1UG | More schools in Medway

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Rivermead School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Feb 2024 — School remains Good
  2. Sept 2014 — Good (predecessor: Rivermead School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Rivermead School

What is Rivermead School's Ofsted rating?
Rivermead School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.
What are Rivermead School's latest exam results?
Rivermead School: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 13.3. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Rivermead School located?
Rivermead School is a secondary school in Gillingham, Medway (ME7 1UG).
How many pupils attend Rivermead School?
Rivermead School has around 139 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Rivermead School with other schools?
View Rivermead School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Medway.