The Wells Free School

URN: 139696 • Tunbridge Wells TN4 8FA

Overview

Name
The Wells Free School
URN
139696
Type
Free schools
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
THE WELLS FREE SCHOOL
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
59.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Katharine Le Page (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01892739075
Website
Visit
Address
King Charles Square, Tunbridge Wells TN4 8FA

Summary

The Wells Free School, located in Tunbridge Wells, Kent, is a mixed primary school with a capacity of 210 pupils, currently accommodating 212 students. The school operates under four guiding principles: Wellbeing, Community, Purposeful Learning, and Inclusion. These principles shape the school's ethos and approach to education, fostering an environment where children are encouraged to be enthusiastic and independent learners.

The curriculum at The Wells Free School is designed to provide meaningful learning opportunities that are enriched by strong links to the local community. The school offers a range of competitive sports and has facilities that support both indoor and outdoor learning, including a spacious hall and well-resourced playgrounds. Catering is provided on-site, ensuring that all meals are nutritious and cater to various dietary needs.

Parents can expect a school day that starts at 8:00 am and ends at 2:30 pm, with a carefully structured academic year aimed at maintaining learning momentum. The school also provides after-school clubs and has a commitment to supporting families through its admissions process and community engagement initiatives.

Key details

LA
Kent
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
Not applicable
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THE WELLS FREE SCHOOL
Capacity
210
Pupils
212
Boys
123
Girls
89
FSM %
17.90
Open date
2013-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-06-18
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 212 123 89 210 17.90
2024-09-11 210 118 92 210 17.10
2023-09-11 183 98 85 210 13.70
2022-09-11 183 98 85 180 13.70
2021-09-11 181 99 82 180 15.50
2020-09-11 170 93 77 180 11.20

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