Marden Primary Academy
URN: 148116 • Tonbridge TN12 9JX
Overview
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Hannah Penning (since 2025) , Acting Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01622831393
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Goudhurst Road, Tonbridge TN12 9JX
Summary
Marden Primary Academy, located in Tonbridge, Kent, is a mixed academy converter with a current enrolment of 322 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 275. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing and supportive environment where every child can thrive. Under the leadership of Principal Mrs. Hannah Penning, the academy promotes a shared vision of high expectations and continuous improvement for both students and staff.
The curriculum at Marden is enriched through the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP), which encourages inquiry-led learning and helps students develop into global citizens. The academy offers a broad and balanced curriculum, complemented by various after-school clubs and co-curricular activities, ensuring accessibility for all students.
Marden Primary Academy places a strong emphasis on community involvement and aims to be at the heart of the village. The school values safety, respect, and readiness, creating an environment where children feel inspired to learn and grow. For more information about admissions and upcoming events, parents can visit the school's website or contact the administration directly.
The curriculum at Marden is enriched through the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP), which encourages inquiry-led learning and helps students develop into global citizens. The academy offers a broad and balanced curriculum, complemented by various after-school clubs and co-curricular activities, ensuring accessibility for all students.
Marden Primary Academy places a strong emphasis on community involvement and aims to be at the heart of the village. The school values safety, respect, and readiness, creating an environment where children feel inspired to learn and grow. For more information about admissions and upcoming events, parents can visit the school's website or contact the administration directly.
Useful links
- Governance, Organisation and Finance (governance)
- send (sen)
- Upcoming Events (calendar)
- admissions (other)
- Admissions Arrangements 2025-26 (other)
- Admissions Arrangements 2026-27 (other)
Key details
- LA
- Kent
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- LEIGH ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 275
- Pupils
- 322
- Boys
- 166
- Girls
- 156
- FSM %
- 34.50
- Open date
- 2020-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Kent
Trends
Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
2025-07-14 | 322 | 166 | 156 | 275 | 34.50 |
2024-09-11 | 293 | 151 | 142 | 275 | 28.70 |
2023-09-11 | 285 | 164 | 121 | 275 | 30.90 |
2022-09-11 | 285 | 164 | 121 | 275 | 30.90 |
2021-09-11 | 270 | 150 | 120 | 275 | 29.30 |
2020-09-11 | 275 |
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