Capel Primary School

About Capel Primary School

Capel Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Tunbridge Wells community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 208 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 212 places).

Ofsted has rated Capel Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Suzanne Farr, it falls under Kent local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 48% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11115th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 30th out of 31 in Tunbridge Wells.

Capel Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 89 applications for 30 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Capel Primary School include Sensory Room, Forest School, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Library, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Tennis, Netball, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Art Club, Gardening and 2 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.6%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Tunbridge Wells, Capel 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.

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