Penshurst Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

URN: 118720 • Tonbridge TN11 8BX

Overview

Name
Penshurst Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
URN
118720
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
61.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Susan Elliott (since 2020) , Headteacher
Previous head
Sue Elliott, Headteacher
Telephone
01892870446
Website
Visit
Address
High Street, Tonbridge TN11 8BX

Summary

Penshurst Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is a mixed primary school located in Tonbridge, Kent. With a current enrolment of 86 pupils, the school has a capacity of 105, allowing for a close-knit community atmosphere. The school is committed to providing a nurturing environment that reflects its Christian ethos, fostering both academic and personal growth among its students.

The curriculum at Penshurst C.E. Primary School is designed to be engaging and inclusive, catering to the diverse needs of its pupils. The school promotes a holistic approach to education, encouraging creativity and critical thinking while ensuring that core subjects are taught effectively. Additionally, the school offers support for families, with a notable percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (12.80%).

The school actively engages with the local community and offers open tours for prospective Reception children, highlighting its commitment to transparency and accessibility. Parents are encouraged to participate in school activities, fostering a strong partnership between home and school to support children's learning and development. For more information, visit their website at www.penshurstschool.org.uk.

Key details

LA
Kent
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
105
Pupils
86
Boys
48
Girls
38
FSM %
12.80
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-11-17
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 86 48 38 105 12.80
2024-09-11 80 44 36 105 15.00
2023-09-11 88 41 47 105 13.60
2022-09-11 88 41 47 105 13.60
2021-09-11 80 33 47 105 13.80
2020-09-11 87 34 53 105 4.60

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