Swingate Primary School
Sultan Road, Chatham, ME5 8TJ
Age range
Ages 3 to 11
Gender
Mixed
Pupils
654
Headteacher
Mrs Mary Clarke
Type
Primary
Ofsted
Good
Local authority
Medway
About Swingate Primary School
Swingate Primary School is a primary school in Lordswood, Chatham, serving pupils aged 3 to 11. It admits both boys and girls. The school has a nursery.
Learning and school life
The curriculum is designed for pupils in the school's age range.
SEND and information for families
This is a mainstream school. Parents should check the school's latest admissions policy and SEN information report for current details.
School admissions
Admissions assessment
No separate entrance assessment
School results & attendance
KS2 results
A-Level results
N/A
Attendance
100% − absence
Free school meals
SEND
SEND setting
Mainstream school
SEND provision
Please check with the school
The school hasn't confirmed this. Contact them directly.
Specialisms
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Wraparound & nursery
Nursery
Yes
Breakfast club
Please check with the school
After-school club
Please check with the school
Swingate Primary School term dates
Autumn 1 · 2026
1 Sep-23 Oct
Autumn 2 · 2026
2 Nov-18 Dec
Spring 1 · 2027
4 Jan-12 Feb
Spring 2 · 2027
22 Feb-25 Mar
Summer 1 · 2027
12 Apr-28 May
Summer 2 · 2027
7 Jun-21 Jul
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Coming soonFrequently asked
What type of school is Swingate Primary School?
Swingate Primary School is a maintained primary school. It admits both boys and girls.
What age range does Swingate Primary School cover?
Swingate Primary School serves pupils aged 3 to 11.
What SEND support does Swingate Primary School offer?
Swingate Primary School is a mainstream school. Check the school's SEN information report or contact the SENCO for current support details.
What is Swingate Primary School's Ofsted rating?
Ofsted rated Swingate Primary School Good after its inspection on 2 May 2024.
Where is Swingate Primary School?
Swingate Primary School is at Sultan Road, Lordswood, Chatham, Kent, ME5 8TJ.
About this information. Compiled from published sources including the Department for Education, Ofsted and the school's own website. Last reviewed July 2026.
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