Fordcombe Church of England Primary School
URN: 146400 • Tunbridge Wells TN3 0RY
Overview
- Name
- Fordcombe Church of England Primary School
- URN
- 146400
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE TENAX SCHOOLS TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 56.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Chris Blackburn (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01892740224
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- The Green, Tunbridge Wells TN3 0RY
Summary
Fordcombe Church of England Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Tunbridge Wells, Kent. With a current enrolment of 62 pupils and a capacity of 105, the school serves a close-knit community, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment. Approximately 33.90% of students are eligible for free school meals, reflecting the school's commitment to providing equitable educational opportunities.
The school’s ethos is rooted in its Christian values, aiming to nurture the academic and personal development of each child. The curriculum is designed to offer a broad and balanced education, encouraging students to explore their interests and develop essential skills. Fordcombe Primary also emphasizes the importance of remote education, ensuring that learning continues outside the traditional classroom setting when necessary.
Community engagement is a key aspect of Fordcombe Primary, with various initiatives aimed at strengthening ties with local families and organizations. The school promotes a collaborative atmosphere where parents are encouraged to participate in their children's education, fostering a strong partnership between home and school. For more information, visit their website at http://www.fordcombe.kent.sch.uk.
The school’s ethos is rooted in its Christian values, aiming to nurture the academic and personal development of each child. The curriculum is designed to offer a broad and balanced education, encouraging students to explore their interests and develop essential skills. Fordcombe Primary also emphasizes the importance of remote education, ensuring that learning continues outside the traditional classroom setting when necessary.
Community engagement is a key aspect of Fordcombe Primary, with various initiatives aimed at strengthening ties with local families and organizations. The school promotes a collaborative atmosphere where parents are encouraged to participate in their children's education, fostering a strong partnership between home and school. For more information, visit their website at http://www.fordcombe.kent.sch.uk.
Useful links
- Fordcombe Governors (governance)
- Pupil Premium and SEND (sen)
- Home (other)
- Admissions (other)
- October Half Term (other)
- More info (other)
- School policies (other)
- Website Policy (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- Kent
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE TENAX SCHOOLS TRUST
- Capacity
- 105
- Pupils
- 62
- Boys
- 29
- Girls
- 33
- FSM %
- 33.90
- Open date
- 2018-10-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-10-18
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Kent
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 62 | 29 | 33 | 105 | 33.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 58 | 31 | 27 | 105 | 36.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 91 | 49 | 42 | 105 | 33.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 91 | 49 | 42 | 105 | 33.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 96 | 54 | 42 | 105 | 29.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 99 | 53 | 46 | 105 | 10.30 |
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