Bishop Chavasse Primary School
86%
Capacity
362
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Bishop Chavasse Primary School
Bishop Chavasse Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Tonbridge and Malling community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 362 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Bishop Chavasse Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Becks Hood, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10364th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 38th out of 41 in Tonbridge and Malling.
Bishop Chavasse Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 95 applications for 60 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 44 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bishop Chavasse Primary School include Library, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Cricket, Tennis, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Eco Club, Choir, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.8%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tonbridge and Malling, Bishop Chavasse Primary School 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | 2a Baker Lane, Tonbridge, Tonbridge and Malling, TN11 0FB |
| Headteacher | Becks Hood |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 362 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.8% |
| School Capacity | 362 / 420 (86% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Jul 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Oct 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10364th of 13,686
Nationally
1553rd of 2,034
In South East
38th of 41
In Tonbridge and Malling
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
95
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
44 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bishop Chavasse Primary School
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Contact Information
2a Baker Lane, Tonbridge
Tonbridge and Malling, TN11 0FB
Journey to School
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