Frittenden Church of England Primary School
93%
Capacity
98
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Frittenden Church of England Primary School
Frittenden 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 98 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated Frittenden Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher nichola costello, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5210th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 31 in Tunbridge Wells.
Frittenden Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 42 applications for 15 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.
Frittenden Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 91% recommending the school (44 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Frittenden Church of England Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Library, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Rounders, Cricket, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Film Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tunbridge Wells, Frittenden 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 | Frittenden Primary School, Frittenden, Cranbrook, Tunbridge Wells, TN17 2DD |
| Headteacher | nichola costello |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 98 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.3% |
| School Capacity | 98 / 105 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Jul 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Sept 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5210th of 13,686
Nationally
723rd of 2,034
In South East
19th of 31
In Tunbridge Wells
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
67%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
44 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
42
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
17 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Frittenden Church of England Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Frittenden Primary School, Frittenden, Cranbrook
Tunbridge Wells, TN17 2DD
Frittenden Primary School, Frittenden, Cranbrook
Tunbridge Wells, TN17 2DD
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