Bishops Down Primary and Nursery School
URN: 118468 • Tunbridge Wells TN4 9SU
Overview
- Name
- Bishops Down Primary and Nursery School
- URN
- 118468
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 45.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Laura Johnson (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01892520114
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Rydal Drive, Tunbridge Wells TN4 9SU
Summary
Bishops Down Primary and Nursery School is a community school located in Tunbridge Wells, Kent, catering to a mixed-gender population of approximately 200 pupils, with a capacity for 210. The school is committed to creating a nurturing environment where every child is valued and encouraged to reach their full potential. The ethos is built around the ASPIRE values, promoting kindness, responsibility, and respect among students.
The curriculum at Bishops Down encompasses a wide range of subjects, including core areas such as English, Maths, and Science, as well as foundation subjects like Art, Music, and Physical Education. The school employs high-quality teaching methods tailored to meet the diverse needs of its pupils, fostering curiosity and engagement in learning.
Parental involvement is highly valued at Bishops Down, with opportunities for parents and carers to participate in school life through various initiatives, including the Parent Support Association. The school also offers support for children with special educational needs and disabilities, ensuring an inclusive environment for all learners.
The curriculum at Bishops Down encompasses a wide range of subjects, including core areas such as English, Maths, and Science, as well as foundation subjects like Art, Music, and Physical Education. The school employs high-quality teaching methods tailored to meet the diverse needs of its pupils, fostering curiosity and engagement in learning.
Parental involvement is highly valued at Bishops Down, with opportunities for parents and carers to participate in school life through various initiatives, including the Parent Support Association. The school also offers support for children with special educational needs and disabilities, ensuring an inclusive environment for all learners.
Useful links
- Governors & PSA (governance)
- PSA Events Calendar (governance)
- PSA Information (governance)
- Governor Up-Dates (governance)
- SEN Reading (sen)
- SRP, Inclusion and SEND (sen)
- Term Dates (calendar)
- School Calendar >> (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Admissions - Nursery (other)
Nearby alternatives
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 200 | 110 | 90 | 210 | 15.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 224 | 122 | 102 | 210 | 12.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 235 | 126 | 109 | 210 | 13.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 235 | 126 | 109 | 210 | 13.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 242 | 130 | 112 | 210 | 14.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 269 | 137 | 132 | 240 | 10.70 |
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