St Margaret's, Collier Street Church of England Voluntary Controlled School
101%
Capacity
121
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About St Margaret's, Collier Street Church of England Voluntary Controlled School
St Margaret's, Collier Street Church of England Voluntary Controlled School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Maidstone community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 121 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 120 places).
Ofsted has rated St Margaret's, Collier Street Church of England Voluntary Controlled School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Tristan Wyatt-Hughes, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 6025th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 20th out of 44 in Maidstone.
St Margaret's, Collier Street Church of England Voluntary Controlled School is a popular choice with families — it received 58 applications for 17 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Margaret's, Collier Street Church of England Voluntary Controlled School include Outdoor Playground, Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Netball, Tennis, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Choir, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Maidstone, St Margaret's, Collier Street Church of England Voluntary Controlled 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Collier Street, Tonbridge, Maidstone, TN12 9RR |
| Headteacher | Tristan Wyatt-Hughes |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 121 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.6% |
| School Capacity | 121 / 120 (101% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 May 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 10 Sept 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
6025th of 13,686
Nationally
848th of 2,034
In South East
20th of 44
In Maidstone
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
65%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed17
58
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (26% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Margaret's, Collier Street Church of England Voluntary Controlled School
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Contact Information
Collier Street, Tonbridge
Maidstone, TN12 9RR
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