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East Peckham Primary School

East Peckham Primary School

Tonbridge and Malling, TN12 5LHPrimary School·Ages 4-11
R. Improvementby Ofsted

94%

Capacity

198

Pupils

2.3x

Demand

About East Peckham Primary School

East Peckham Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Tonbridge and Malling community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 198 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 210 places).

Ofsted has rated East Peckham Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Kate Elliott, it falls under Kent local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8951st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 41 in Tonbridge and Malling.

East Peckham Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 68 applications for 30 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 37 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at East Peckham Primary School include Dining Hall, Forest School, Art Studios, Library, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Tennis, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Film Club, Drama, Book Club, Choir.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.7%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Tonbridge and Malling, East Peckham 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range4 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
Address130 Pound Road, Tonbridge, Tonbridge and Malling, TN12 5LH
HeadteacherKate Elliott
Local AuthorityKent
Number of Pupils198
Free School Meals (FSM)18.7%
School Capacity198 / 210 (94% full)

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

3 Jul 2023
View Report

Overall Effectiveness

Requires improvement

Declined
Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Good

Source: Ofsted, 27 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)

8951st of 13,686

Nationally

Top 65%

1339th of 2,034

In South East

Top 66%

31st of 41

In Tonbridge and Malling

Top 76%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

57%

Expected Standard

10%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 107
Expected:81%
Higher:24%
Writing
Expected:71%
Higher:14%
MathsAvg Score: 105
Expected:76%
Higher:19%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeStable

'22/23

57%

'23/24

57%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageLearning Difficulty

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

6
Dining HallForest SchoolArt StudiosLibraryOutdoor PlaygroundChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

8

Sports

RoundersGymnasticsTennisCross Country

Clubs & Activities

Film ClubDramaBook ClubChoir

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

30

Applications

68

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio2.3x
0x1x2x3x5x+

37 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About East Peckham Primary School

East Peckham Primary School has been rated "Requires Improvement" by Ofsted. This means the school is not yet good, but inspectors believe it can improve with the right support and changes.

Contact Information

01622871268www.east-peckham.kent.sch.uk/

130 Pound Road, Tonbridge

Tonbridge and Malling, TN12 5LH

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130 Pound Road, Tonbridge

Tonbridge and Malling, TN12 5LH

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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