A good academy converter school in Medway. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for St Benedict's Catholic Primary School.
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Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.
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Official government statistics
| Year | Mat Average | Read Average |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 108.0 | 107.0 |
| 2023 | 109.0 | 108.0 |
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Derived insights and analysis
Declining trend (-1.0 per year)
Down -1.0% over 3 years
Information extracted from the school's own website
St Benedict's is a Catholic Primary School with strong links to St Simon Stock Parish. The Parish Priest (Father Pawel) and Deacon Martin contribute to each child’s religious journey through Mass celebrations, penitential services and the Sacrament of Reconciliation. The school emphasises Catholic ethos, liturgy and prayer, and works in partnership with the parish and church community to develop pupils’ spiritual and moral development.
St Benedict's describes itself as a Catholic community with high expectations, providing a safe, positive and happy learning environment. It aims to develop confident, independent, and resilient learners who are Christ-like citizens, with strong parish links and a commitment to Gospel values, academic achievement, and personal development.
Admissions are handled via Medway Council (Reception Common Application Form). For Catholic, Other Christian or Other Faith placements, a Supplementary Information Form must be completed and submitted to the school Admissions Officer. The school participates in the local Fair Access Protocol to allocate places. Supporting documentation (e.g., baptismal certificate) may be required. If applications are unsuccessful, there are defined appeals procedures and deadlines (e.g., appeals for 2025 offers have a stated deadline). In-year/casual admissions follow similar procedures with a Supplementary Information Form and Catholic placement considerations.