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The Academy of Woodlands
Gillingham·South East·Academy
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PrimaryAcademyAges 2–11Co-edDoes not apply
The Academy of Woodlands is a primary academy in Gillingham, South East. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this academy and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.
In terms of academic performance, The Academy of Woodlands has 49% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2.
The school has a teacher turnover rate of 18.4%, 25% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 6.6%.
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At The Academy of Woodlands, 49% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths combined at the end of Key Stage 2.
67% met the expected standard in reading and 56% in maths.
The Academy of Woodlands has an overall absence rate of 6.6%. The national average for primary schools is approximately 4.0%.
The teacher turnover rate at The Academy of Woodlands is 18.4%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.
25% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.
Source: Department for Education, Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score.
Data last updated: April 2026
The Academy of Woodlands was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in December 2019 (6 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, The Academy of Woodlands is overdue for reinspection.
A "Good" rating means Ofsted found the school provides a high standard of education across all areas assessed. Around 65% of schools in England are rated Good, making it the most common rating.
Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While The Academy of Woodlands's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.
Ofsted data is displayed for context only and does not influence the Student Score. For the official Ofsted report, visit reports.ofsted.gov.uk.
Crime Nearby
619/mo
Within ~1 mile (Police.uk)
Violent Crime
261/mo
42% of total
Air Quality
Good
NO₂: 10.8 µg/m³ · PM2.5: 7.6
Bus Stops
9
Within 500m
Source: Police.uk, DEFRA UK-Air, DfT NaPTAN. Based on the school's location — actual conditions may vary.
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This inspection was 6 years ago. Schools are typically re-inspected every 4 years — this rating may no longer reflect the current school.
Parent View
Would Recommend
94%
Child is Happy
83%
Child Feels Safe
81%
Source: Department for Education / Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score. Small schools may show extreme percentages due to small sample sizes.