More Park Catholic Primary School
97%
Capacity
203
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About More Park Catholic Primary School
More Park Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Tonbridge and Malling community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 203 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated More Park Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Deborah Seal, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 87% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 525th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 41 in Tonbridge and Malling.
More Park Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 27 applications for 13 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 13 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at More Park Catholic Primary School include ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Library, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Athletics, Rounders, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Chess, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tonbridge and Malling, More Park Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Lucks Hill, West Malling, Tonbridge and Malling, ME19 6HN |
| Headteacher | Deborah Seal |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 203 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.3% |
| School Capacity | 203 / 210 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (23 Feb 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 4 Sept 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (87%)
525th of 13,686
Nationally
69th of 2,034
In South East
2nd of 41
In Tonbridge and Malling
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
87%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
79%
'23/24
87%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed13
27
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
13 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About More Park Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Lucks Hill, West Malling
Tonbridge and Malling, ME19 6HN
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