Maritime Academy

A free schools school in Medway. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Maritime Academy.

Rochester Age 11-19 Mixed intake
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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

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Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Chalk Lane
Strood
Rochester,
Phone
3333602150
Website
maritimeacademy.org.uk/

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
149075
Type
Free schools
Phase
Secondary with Sixth Form
Address
Chalk Lane, Strood, Rochester
Website
https://www.maritimeacademy.org.uk/
Age range
11-19
Gender
Mixed
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
THE THINKING SCHOOLS ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
1150 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
345
Free School Meals
31.9% (110 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
0.3% (1 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
90.3%
Good
Persistent Absence
27.2%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

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Class Size Information

Average Class Size
19 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
38
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
345 pupils
11-19

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Making Excellence a Habit"

Strength Pride Unity

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome from Principal Mr Evans: Maritime Academy offers an outstanding learning environment designed to develop critical thinkers and lifelong learners. The message emphasizes a traditional ethos and values, with students encouraged to be respectful, aspirational and responsible members of the school community.

Extracurriculars

Sports

Rugby Cricket Football Athletics

Facilities

Specialist design and technology classrooms Large food technology room Art teaching and resource rooms Drama studio and theatre space Music classrooms and instrument practice areas Large private Sixth Form social space Sixth Form outdoor space Maths and English classrooms Modern Foreign Language classrooms ICT rich classrooms for technology Large library Dedicated Sixth Form study area Further ICT rich classrooms History, Geography and RE teaching classrooms Bespoke specialist science laboratories On-site gym Competition standard sports hall Fitness studio Outdoor playing fields MUGA (Multi Use Games Area) The Galley dining area The Harbour playground Outdoor social space Student Services/pastoral space

Curriculum Highlights

Thinking School approach aligned with Thinking Schools Academy Trust (TSAT) 7 Principles of Thinking 5 Waves of Learning Thinking Hats, Maps and Keys as thinking tools Focus on growth mindset and lifelong learning Use of One:One devices to support learning and digital citizenship Exposure to a wide range of cultural events and understanding of a diverse and inclusive society Development of critical thinking and independent learning habits

SEND Provision

Inclusive provision is the responsibility of the whole school community. Maritime Academy aims to remove barriers to learning so every student can participate in a broad, balanced and creative curriculum. The SEND Co-ordinator is Miss L Cutler. The academy references Medway Local Offer and other support services (SENDIAS, local and national resources) and notes that staff are safeguarding trained and that policies and procedures are in place to support student safety and welfare.

Admissions Criteria

Maritime Academy is non-selective for both boys and girls. Prospective pupils are not required to take or pass the Medway Test or any other entry tests. For Year 7 admissions (2026), applications are handled through Medway Council with key dates including applications opening 1 September 2025 and closing 31 October 2025, and a National Offer Day on 2 March 2026. Applicants may name up to six schools and appeals are handled according to the School Admission Appeals Code.

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