Groombridge St Thomas' Church of England Primary School

URN: 114559 • Tunbridge Wells TN3 9SF

Overview

Name
Groombridge St Thomas' Church of England Primary School
URN
114559
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
60.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Caroline Powell (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01892864305
Website
Visit
Address
Corseley Road, Tunbridge Wells TN3 9SF

Summary

Groombridge St Thomas' Church of England Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school located in Tunbridge Wells, East Sussex. With a current enrolment of 132 pupils and a capacity of 218, the school prides itself on fostering a nurturing environment rooted in Christian values. The ethos of the school emphasizes excellence, enthusiasm, and compassion, aiming to support students' academic and personal development while promoting well-being and character growth.

The curriculum at Groombridge St Thomas is designed to provide a broad and balanced education, following the National Curriculum while also incorporating the Primary Knowledge Curriculum. This approach allows for a continuous build-up of knowledge and skills from Reception through to Year 6. The school places a strong emphasis on early literacy through the Sounds Write phonics program, achieving notable success in reading outcomes. In addition to core subjects, pupils engage in a variety of creative and physical activities, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience.

The school community values strong relationships among staff, pupils, and families, fostering a supportive atmosphere where every child can thrive. With a commitment to high expectations for learning and behaviour, Groombridge St Thomas encourages students to develop into confident, well-rounded individuals ready for future challenges.

Key details

LA
East Sussex
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
218
Pupils
132
Boys
76
Girls
56
FSM %
4.50
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-04-26
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 132 76 56 218 4.50
2024-09-11 146 80 66 218 4.80
2023-09-11 187 98 89 218 1.60
2022-09-11 187 98 89 218 1.60
2021-09-11 204 103 101 218 2.00
2020-09-11 203 107 96 218 2.50

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