Marden Lodge Primary School and Nursery
99%
Capacity
216
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Marden Lodge Primary School and Nursery
Marden Lodge Primary School and Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Tandridge community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 216 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 219 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Marden Lodge Primary School and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Rumbol, it falls under Surrey local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9467th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 17 in Tandridge.
Marden Lodge Primary School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 55 applications for 30 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
Marden Lodge Primary School and Nursery has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.6/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Marden Lodge Primary School and Nursery include Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Forest School, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Tennis, Dance, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Drama, Choir, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 31.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tandridge, Marden Lodge Primary School and Nursery 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Croydon Road, Caterham, Tandridge, CR3 6QH |
| Headteacher | Sarah Rumbol |
| Local Authority | Surrey |
| Number of Pupils | 216 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 31.6% |
| School Capacity | 216 / 219 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Jan 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9467th of 13,686
Nationally
1409th of 2,034
In South East
15th of 17
In Tandridge
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
37%
'23/24
55%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
55
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Croydon Road, Caterham
Tandridge, CR3 6QH
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