Southborough CofE Primary School
99%
Capacity
621
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Southborough CofE Primary School
Southborough CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Tunbridge Wells community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 621 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 630 places).
Ofsted has rated Southborough CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Emma Savage, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3500th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 31 in Tunbridge Wells.
Southborough CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 176 applications for 90 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 80 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 Southborough CofE Primary School include Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Library, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Netball, Tennis, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tunbridge Wells, Southborough CofE 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Broomhill Park Road, Tunbridge Wells, Tunbridge Wells, TN4 0JY |
| Headteacher | Emma Savage |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 621 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.5% |
| School Capacity | 621 / 630 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (27 Mar 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 29 Apr 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3500th of 13,686
Nationally
471st of 2,034
In South East
11th of 31
In Tunbridge Wells
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
80%
'23/24
72%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed90
176
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
80 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Southborough CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Broomhill Park Road, Tunbridge Wells
Tunbridge Wells, TN4 0JY
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