St Augustine's Catholic Primary School
104%
Capacity
264
Pupils
3.6x
Demand
About St Augustine's Catholic Primary School
St Augustine's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Tunbridge Wells community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 264 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (104% of 255 places).
Ofsted has rated St Augustine's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Wil Liddle, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5724th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 31 in Tunbridge Wells.
St Augustine's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 73 applications for 20 places, making it 3.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 13 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Augustine's Catholic Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Choir, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.7%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tunbridge Wells, St Augustine's 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Wilman Road, Tunbridge Wells, Tunbridge Wells, TN4 9AL |
| Headteacher | Wil Liddle |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 264 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.7% |
| School Capacity | 264 / 255 (104% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Sept 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (15 Sept 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Dec 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5724th of 13,686
Nationally
802nd of 2,034
In South East
21st of 31
In Tunbridge Wells
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
47%
'23/24
66%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
73
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
13 families put this school as their 1st choice (18% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Augustine's Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Wilman Road, Tunbridge Wells
Tunbridge Wells, TN4 9AL
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