What is Hempstead Junior School's Ofsted rating?

Hempstead Junior School was judged Good at its most recent graded Ofsted inspection in 07/03/2024. (Ofsted stopped giving state schools a single overall grade in September 2024.)

Is Hempstead Junior School a primary or secondary school?

Hempstead Junior School is a primary school in Gillingham, for ages 7–11.

Where is Hempstead Junior School?

Hempstead Junior School is in Gillingham, ME7 3HJ (Medway local authority).

How many pupils attend Hempstead Junior School?

Hempstead Junior School has around 373 pupils on roll.

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Hempstead Junior School

Goodgraded 07/03/2024Ages 7–11373 pupilsDoes not apply

Gillingham, ME7 3HJ

Medway

Hempstead Junior School is a primary school for pupils aged 7 to 11 in Gillingham, within the Medway local authority. The school has around 373 pupils on roll. At its most recent graded Ofsted inspection in 07/03/2024, Hempstead Junior School was judged Good. Families comparing primary schools in Gillingham can view Hempstead Junior School's Ofsted rating, pupil numbers and exact location free on NestScope. Set in Gillingham (ME7 3HJ), Hempstead Junior School serves families across the surrounding catchment area. It also appears on the interactive map alongside nearby schools and their Ofsted ratings, with local transport, safety, healthcare and green-space data to help compare areas.

Attendance & staffing

Attendance94.5%England avg 94.5%

Pupils per teacher22.2England avg 20.9

Persistent absence

Teachers with QTS

DfE — absence & workforce, 2025/26

Pupil intake

Free school meals11.1%England avg 24.0%

English not first language4.6%England avg 18.8%

DfE school census, 2025/26

Primary results — Key Stage 2

Expected standard (RWM)-50%England avg -22%