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
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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.

Key details

LA
Kent
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
193
Boys
82
Girls
111
FSM %
9.30
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-03-01
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
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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