The Academy of Woodlands

About The Academy of Woodlands

The Academy of Woodlands is a community school, situated in the heart of Gillingham, Kent. As a three-form entry primary school that also welcomes children from the age of 2 into our nursery, we are passionate about the difference we can make to the lives of children, families and the local community not only now but for the future.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mrs C Brown

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 5.0

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 5.0

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 135 responses • 17.1% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

74.1% positive 25.2% negative

My child feels safe at this school

71.8% positive 27.4% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

54% positive 41.4% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

62.2% positive 28.9% negative

My child does well at this school

77.8% positive 20% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 135 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

36.0

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

49.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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Emily S Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Wonderful inclusive community"

We've had a great experience at The Academy of Woodlands. The school's focus on inclusivity and diversity has been a breath of fresh air for our child. The facilities are amazing, and the staff are always friendly and supportive.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 5/5

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James M Unconfirmed

Parent Mar 15, 2021

5.0

"Excellent school with a caring atmosphere"

The Academy of Woodlands has been fantastic for our child. The teachers are all very approachable and enthusiastic, and the school's emphasis on developing a love of learning has been really successful. We're so grateful to be a part of the community.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sarah T Unconfirmed

Parent Nov 1, 2020

4.0

"Good experience, some areas for improvement"

We were initially impressed by The Academy of Woodlands, but over time, we felt that the school could have done more to engage with parents. The facilities are great, and the staff are mostly friendly, but we sometimes felt a bit disconnected from the school community.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 4/5

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