St Matthew's High Brooms Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
79%
Capacity
333
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About St Matthew's High Brooms Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
St Matthew's High Brooms Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Tunbridge Wells community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 333 pupils on roll, operating at 79% capacity.
Ofsted has rated St Matthew's High Brooms Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Claire Harris, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4955th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 31 in Tunbridge Wells.
St Matthew's High Brooms Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 69 applications for 23 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Matthew's High Brooms Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Library, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Chess, Science Club, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 48.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tunbridge Wells, St Matthew's High Brooms Church of England Voluntary Controlled 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Powder Mill Lane, Tunbridge Wells, Tunbridge Wells, TN4 9DY |
| Headteacher | Claire Harris |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 333 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 48.2% |
| School Capacity | 333 / 420 (79% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
4955th of 13,686
Nationally
690th of 2,034
In South East
18th of 31
In Tunbridge Wells
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
19%
Higher Standard
'22/23
45%
'23/24
68%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
69
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
18 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 Matthew's High Brooms Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
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Contact Information
Powder Mill Lane, Tunbridge Wells
Tunbridge Wells, TN4 9DY
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