Cranbrook Church of England Primary School
99%
Capacity
207
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Cranbrook Church of England Primary School
Cranbrook Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Tunbridge Wells community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 207 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Cranbrook Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Francesca Dawkins, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4787th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 31 in Tunbridge Wells.
Cranbrook Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 56 applications for 30 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Cranbrook Church of England Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Forest School, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Swimming, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Art Club, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 36.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tunbridge Wells, Cranbrook Church of England 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 | Carriers Road, Cranbrook, Tunbridge Wells, TN17 3JZ |
| Headteacher | Francesca Dawkins |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 207 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 36.7% |
| School Capacity | 207 / 210 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Jun 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Jun 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 May 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4787th of 13,686
Nationally
665th of 2,034
In South East
17th of 31
In Tunbridge Wells
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
45%
'23/24
69%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
56
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cranbrook Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Carriers Road, Cranbrook
Tunbridge Wells, TN17 3JZ
Journey to School
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