Istead Rise Primary School
Downs Road, Gravesend, DA13 9HG
Age range
Ages 4 to 11
Gender
Mixed
Pupils
208
Headteacher
Mr Steven Payne
Type
Primary
Ofsted
Good
Local authority
Kent
Academy
Yes
About Istead Rise Primary School
Istead Rise Primary School is a primary academy in Istead Rise, Gravesend, serving pupils aged 4 to 11. It admits both boys and girls.
Learning and school life
The curriculum is designed for pupils in the school's age range. The school has a breakfast club and an after-school club.
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
No
Breakfast club
Yes
After-school club
Yes
Istead Rise 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 Istead Rise Primary School?
Istead Rise Primary School is a primary academy. It admits both boys and girls.
What age range does Istead Rise Primary School cover?
Istead Rise Primary School serves pupils aged 4 to 11.
What SEND support does Istead Rise Primary School offer?
Istead Rise Primary School is a mainstream school. Check the school's SEN information report or contact the SENCO for current support details.
What is Istead Rise Primary School's Ofsted rating?
Ofsted rated Istead Rise Primary School Good after its inspection on 28 February 2024.
Where is Istead Rise Primary School?
Istead Rise Primary School is at Downs Road, Istead Rise, Gravesend, Kent, DA13 9HG.
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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