Hildenborough Church of England Primary School
URN: 118603 • Tonbridge TN11 9HY
Overview
- Name
- Hildenborough Church of England Primary School
- URN
- 118603
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 61.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Ruth Ardrey (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01732833394
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Riding Lane, Tonbridge TN11 9HY
Summary
Hildenborough Church of England Primary School is a voluntary controlled school located in Tonbridge, Kent, catering to a mixed-gender student body of 193 pupils, with a capacity of 210. The school operates within a nurturing Christian ethos, fostering a supportive environment where pupils feel valued and safe. The school day runs from 8.45 am to 3.15 pm, with structured lessons in English and Maths in the mornings, followed by a diverse curriculum in the afternoons.
The school promotes healthy eating and provides universal free school meals for all pupils in Reception, Year 1, and Year 2. Additional support is available for families in need, and children are encouraged to bring healthy snacks. The curriculum is designed to be ambitious and inclusive, ensuring that all pupils, including those with special educational needs, receive the necessary support to thrive academically and personally.
Recent Ofsted reports highlight the positive relationships between staff and pupils, noting that bullying is rare and effectively managed. The school is committed to high expectations for both work and behaviour, enabling students to succeed and develop confidence in their learning journey.
The school promotes healthy eating and provides universal free school meals for all pupils in Reception, Year 1, and Year 2. Additional support is available for families in need, and children are encouraged to bring healthy snacks. The curriculum is designed to be ambitious and inclusive, ensuring that all pupils, including those with special educational needs, receive the necessary support to thrive academically and personally.
Recent Ofsted reports highlight the positive relationships between staff and pupils, noting that bullying is rare and effectively managed. The school is committed to high expectations for both work and behaviour, enabling students to succeed and develop confidence in their learning journey.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Inclusion & SEND (sen)
- School News (calendar)
- Celebration Act of Worship (calendar)
- School Calendar (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
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Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 193 | 82 | 111 | 210 | 9.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 197 | 89 | 108 | 210 | 9.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 195 | 101 | 94 | 210 | 4.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 195 | 101 | 94 | 210 | 4.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 198 | 103 | 95 | 210 | 4.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 200 | 104 | 96 | 210 | 6.00 |
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