St Peter's Church of England Primary School
100%
Capacity
211
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About St Peter's Church of England Primary School
St Peter's Church of England 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 211 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Peter's Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanna Langton, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 80% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1611th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 31 in Tunbridge Wells.
St Peter's Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 99 applications for 30 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 43 were first-preference applications.
St Peter's Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 94% recommending the school (93 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Peter's Church of England Primary School include Gymnasium, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Cross Country, Football, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Coding, Eco Club, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tunbridge Wells, St Peter's Church of England 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 | Hawkenbury Road, Tunbridge Wells, Tunbridge Wells, TN2 5BW |
| Headteacher | Joanna Langton |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 211 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.2% |
| School Capacity | 211 / 210 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (80%)
1611th of 13,686
Nationally
217th of 2,034
In South East
6th of 31
In Tunbridge Wells
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
80%
Expected Standard
27%
Higher Standard
'22/23
74%
'23/24
80%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
93 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
99
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
43 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Peter's Church of England Primary School
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
How to Choose a Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Hawkenbury Road, Tunbridge Wells
Tunbridge Wells, TN2 5BW
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