Sussex Road Community Primary School
100%
Capacity
420
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Sussex Road Community Primary School
Sussex Road Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Tonbridge and Malling community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 420 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Sussex Road Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Miles, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 88% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 457th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 41 in Tonbridge and Malling.
Sussex Road Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 175 applications for 60 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 86 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Sussex Road Community Primary School include Gymnasium, Forest School, Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Rounders, Tennis, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Science Club, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tonbridge and Malling, Sussex Road Community 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Sussex Road, Tonbridge, Tonbridge and Malling, TN9 2TP |
| Headteacher | Sarah Miles |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 420 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.8% |
| School Capacity | 420 / 420 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (24 Nov 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Jan 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (88%)
457th of 13,686
Nationally
56th of 2,034
In South East
1st of 41
In Tonbridge and Malling
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
88%
Expected Standard
30%
Higher Standard
'22/23
80%
'23/24
88%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
175
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
86 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Sussex Road, Tonbridge
Tonbridge and Malling, TN9 2TP
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