Please be aware we are a nut free school. For more information please visit our Lunchtime Page.

Looking to join The Gordon Children's Academy in September 2026? 

Come along to our Opening Evening on 3rd November at 5pm.
See our school in action during one of our Open Day tours on 5th, 12th, and 19th November. Choose from 9:30-10:30am or 1:30-2:30pm tours.

Contact our office for more information. 

Admissions

Read our Prospectus here

Discover Gordon

Nestled on Gordon Road in Strood, The Gordon Children's Academy is the heart of our local community. Here, the air buzzes with laughter and joy as our remarkable students embody the spirit of being Ambitious, Brave, Confident, Kind, and Proud—qualities that define what it means to be a Gordon Great.

We invite you to explore our wonderful school by watching our student-led tour video. After all, who better to share their experiences and stories than the incredible children who learn here? 

Interested in Joining our School?

Interested in Joining our School?

EYFS:

Apply by 15th January for a space in 2026 here: https://admissions.medway.gov.uk/Synergy/Admissions.aspx. 
You can now book in to our Prospectus Family Parent Information Evening and book in a tour to see the school by clicking the button below.

Year 3:

Apply by 15th January for a space in 2026 here: https://admissions.medway.gov.uk/Synergy/Admissions.aspxYou will need to apply for a year 3 space, even if your child is currently in year 2 at our school. 

Book on to our tours here

In-year admissions:

Please fill in the in-year admissions form from Medway Council: https://www.medway.gov.uk/downloads/file/5512/in-year_admissions_application_form_2022_for_printing to enquire about joining our school. 

Please send this to the office email or drop it in the office. 

We will call you back to let you know if we have space in that year group. If so, we will arrange a tour and provide you with a formal application. If we are full, we will place you on our waiting list. You can find out more about our over subscription criteria on our admissions policy here

Admissions Policies

Admissions Policy 2025/2026

In Year Admission Application Form

We cannot wait to welcome you to our school, here are some of the things you can expect when you join our community:

  • A thinking and learning community where everyone is an advocate for all pupils. We are relentless in pursuing and achieving our aspirational goals for every child, every day and every minute. Recognising that every child is on their own individual learning journey. We provide opportunities that will inspire, challenge and develop all pupils to question, reflect and develop a life -long love of learning. As a result our children achieve are above the national average in Phonics Screening Check, Multiplication Table Check and in their KS2 SATS results. 
  • A wide range of personal development opportunities, such as extra curricular clubs (both free and paid for), trips and visits. See the overview of our curriculum trips here (link)
  • Kind and caring staff who will work closely with you and your child to help them become their best selves. 
  • A fantastic community of pupils who will welcome your child. Each new child is given a buddy within class who supports them and ensures they feel welcome within our community. 
  • A brilliant community of supportive parents, including our PTA (who are always keen for new members!) who help fundraiser and help fund fantastic events, resources and experiences for the pupils.

Appeal FAQ

Appeal Form