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Balfour Junior School

Balfour Road, Chatham, ME4 6QX

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Pupils

480

Ages

7-11

FSM

31.0%

Capacity

480

Ofsted

Good

May 2024

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

79.0%

Writing

79.0%

Maths

84.0%

RWM Combined

71.0%

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About Balfour Junior School

Balfour Junior School is a primary school in Chatham, Medway. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2024 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 71% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 480 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Balfour Road, Chatham, ME4 6QX | More schools in Medway

Ofsted inspection history

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

May 2024 — School remains Good
Oct 2015 — Good (predecessor: Balfour Junior School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Balfour Junior School

What is Balfour Junior School's Ofsted rating?

Balfour Junior School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.

What are Balfour Junior School's latest exam results?

Balfour Junior School: KS2 2024/25: 71% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Balfour Junior School located?

Balfour Junior School is a primary school in Chatham, Medway (ME4 6QX).

How many pupils attend Balfour Junior School?

Balfour Junior School has around 480 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Balfour Junior School with other schools?

View Balfour Junior 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.