Royal Rise Primary School
94%
Capacity
197
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Royal Rise Primary School
Royal Rise Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Tonbridge and Malling community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 197 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Royal Rise Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Griggs, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 43% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12122nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 41st out of 41 in Tonbridge and Malling.
Royal Rise Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 79 applications for 30 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Royal Rise Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Forest School, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Swimming, Athletics, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Gardening, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 37.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tonbridge and Malling, Royal Rise 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Royal Rise, Tonbridge, Tonbridge and Malling, TN9 2DQ |
| Headteacher | Sarah Griggs |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 197 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 37.1% |
| School Capacity | 197 / 210 (94% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Sept 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Oct 2021. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (43%)
12122nd of 13,686
Nationally
1808th of 2,034
In South East
41st of 41
In Tonbridge and Malling
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
43%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
43%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
79
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Royal Rise Primary School
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Contact Information
Royal Rise, Tonbridge
Tonbridge and Malling, TN9 2DQ
Royal Rise, Tonbridge
Tonbridge and Malling, TN9 2DQ
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