Bapchild and Tonge Church of England Primary School and Nursery
121%
Capacity
255
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Bapchild and Tonge Church of England Primary School and Nursery
Bapchild and Tonge Church of England Primary School and Nursery is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Swale community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 255 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (121% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Bapchild and Tonge Church of England Primary School and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Christian Kelly, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4995th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 48 in Swale.
Bapchild and Tonge Church of England Primary School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 77 applications for 29 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
Bapchild and Tonge Church of England Primary School and Nursery parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 69% recommending the school (49 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bapchild and Tonge Church of England Primary School and Nursery include Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Swimming, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Science Club, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Swale, Bapchild and Tonge Church of England Primary School and Nursery is one of the options available in the South East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | School Lane, Sittingbourne, Swale, ME9 9NL |
| Headteacher | Christian Kelly |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 255 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.1% |
| School Capacity | 255 / 210 (121% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Jun 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
4995th of 13,686
Nationally
699th of 2,034
In South East
21st of 48
In Swale
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
68%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
49 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
77
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bapchild and Tonge Church of England Primary School and Nursery
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Contact Information
School Lane, Sittingbourne
Swale, ME9 9NL
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Opening Hours
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