Slade Primary School and Attached Unit for Children with Hearing Impairment
100%
Capacity
418
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Slade Primary School and Attached Unit for Children with Hearing Impairment
Slade Primary School and Attached Unit for Children with Hearing Impairment 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 418 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Slade Primary School and Attached Unit for Children with Hearing Impairment "Good", the school is led by headteacher Viki Garrett, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7127th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 25th out of 41 in Tonbridge and Malling.
Slade Primary School and Attached Unit for Children with Hearing Impairment is a popular choice with families — it received 188 applications for 57 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 66 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Slade Primary School and Attached Unit for Children with Hearing Impairment include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Forest School, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Dance, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Choir, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tonbridge and Malling, Slade Primary School and Attached Unit for Children with Hearing Impairment 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 | The Slade, Tonbridge, Tonbridge and Malling, TN9 1HR |
| Headteacher | Viki Garrett |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 418 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.0% |
| School Capacity | 418 / 420 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7127th of 13,686
Nationally
1002nd of 2,034
In South East
25th of 41
In Tonbridge and Malling
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
62%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed57
188
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
66 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
The Slade, Tonbridge
Tonbridge and Malling, TN9 1HR
Journey to School
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