Barnsole Primary School
Barnsole Road, Gillingham, ME7 2JG
Pupils
665
Ages
3 to 11
Gender
Mixed
Age range
3 to 11
Gender
Mixed
Pupils
665
Headteacher
Mr Jonathan Smales
Type
Primary
Ofsted
Good
Local authority
Medway
Academy
Yes
About Barnsole Primary School
Barnsole Primary School is a primary academy in Gillingham, Kent, 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.
Ofsted inspection
Overall effectiveness
Last inspection: 28/02/2024
Quality of Education
How well pupils are taught and what they learn
Behaviour and Attitudes
How pupils behave and their attitude to learning
Personal Development
Support for pupils' wider growth and wellbeing
Leadership and Management
How well the school is run
Early Years
Quality of nursery and Reception
Barnsole Primary School admissions and catchment area
No entrance test - you apply on the common application form
Barnsole Primary School does not run its own entrance test. As an academy, its governing trust is the admissions authority and sets the arrangements within the national Admissions Code, while Medway Council coordinates applications and offers. Oversubscription criteria usually cover looked-after children, siblings, distance from the school, and (for faith schools) faith criteria.
Dates and criteria change each year - always confirm with the school and Medway Council. Medway school admissions →
How to apply
1. Apply on the common application form (autumn term before Reception)
Complete the Primary Common Application Form on the Medway Council website by mid-January - for September 2026 entry the window ran from Friday 7 November 2025 to Thursday 15 January 2026, and offers were emailed on Thursday 16 April 2026.
2. National Offer Day (mid-April)
You'll be told your allocated school by email - for 2026 entry KCC emailed offers on Thursday 16 April 2026 after 4pm, with offers visible online from 5pm.
3. Accept and, if needed, appeal
Accept your place by the given date. If you didn't get your preferred school, you have the right to appeal.
4. In-year admissions
Moving mid-year? In-year applications for an academy are usually made direct to the school - check its website for the in-year form, or contact Medway Council if you need help finding a place.
Didn't get a place? You can appeal
If Barnsole Primary School is not offered on National Offer Day, you can appeal the decision. The appeal is heard by an independent panel and is free to submit.
How to appeal a school offerBarnsole Primary School results and attendance
KS2 results
A-Level results
N/A
Attendance
Free school meals
SEND support at Barnsole Primary School
SEND setting
Mainstream school
For full details, visit the school's SEND information page.
Wraparound care and nursery at Barnsole Primary School
Nursery
Yes
Breakfast club
Yes
After-school club
Yes
Barnsole Primary School term dates: Barnsole Primary School term dates
Autumn 1
1 Sep to 23 Oct
Autumn 2
Autumn term 2: 2 Nov to 18 Dec
Spring 1
Spring term 1: 4 Jan to 12 Feb
Spring 2
Spring term 2: 22 Feb to 25 Mar
Summer 1
Summer term 1: 12 Apr to 28 May
Summer 2
Summer term 2: 7 Jun to 21 Jul
Barnsole Primary School: frequently asked questions
What type of school is Barnsole Primary School?
Barnsole Primary School is a primary academy. It admits both boys and girls.
What age range does Barnsole Primary School cover?
Barnsole Primary School serves pupils aged 3 to 11.
What SEND support does Barnsole Primary School offer?
Barnsole Primary School is a mainstream school. Check the school's SEN information report or contact the SENCO for current support details.
What is Barnsole Primary School's Ofsted rating?
Ofsted rated Barnsole Primary School Good after its inspection on 28 February 2024.
Where is Barnsole Primary School?
Barnsole Primary School is at Barnsole Road, Gillingham, Kent, ME7 2JG.
About this information. Compiled from published sources including the Department for Education, Ofsted and the school's own website. Last reviewed Autumn 2026.
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