Lunsford Primary School
95%
Capacity
200
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About Lunsford Primary School
Lunsford 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 200 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Lunsford Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Gary Anscombe, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 6150th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 41 in Tonbridge and Malling.
Lunsford Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 75 applications for 22 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Lunsford Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Rounders, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Chess, Choir, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.0%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tonbridge and Malling, Lunsford 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Swallow Road, Aylesford, Tonbridge and Malling, ME20 6PY |
| Headteacher | Gary Anscombe |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 200 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.0% |
| School Capacity | 200 / 210 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Jun 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 4 Jul 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
6150th of 13,686
Nationally
872nd of 2,034
In South East
21st of 41
In Tonbridge and Malling
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
65%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
75
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lunsford Primary School
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Contact Information
Swallow Road, Aylesford
Tonbridge and Malling, ME20 6PY
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