Ryarsh Primary School
100%
Capacity
209
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Ryarsh Primary School
Ryarsh 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 209 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Ryarsh Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Daniel Childs, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4424th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 41 in Tonbridge and Malling.
Ryarsh Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 100 applications for 30 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ryarsh Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Swimming, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Science Club, Coding, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tonbridge and Malling, Ryarsh 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 | Birling Road, West Malling, Tonbridge and Malling, ME19 5LS |
| Headteacher | Daniel Childs |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 209 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.0% |
| School Capacity | 209 / 210 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4424th of 13,686
Nationally
615th of 2,034
In South East
15th of 41
In Tonbridge and Malling
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
70%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
100
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
35 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ryarsh Primary School
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Contact Information
Birling Road, West Malling
Tonbridge and Malling, ME19 5LS
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