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St James' Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

St James' Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school in Tunbridge Wells, Kent , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 632 pupils, and a capacity of 630 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–11

Age range

632

Pupils

630

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

St James' Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to St James' Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is managed by Kent and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

Currently oversubscribed: 632 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 630 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Kent before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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St James' Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School — School Information

Full address
Sandrock Road, Tunbridge Wells, TN2 3PR
Local authority
Kent
School type
Voluntary aided school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
9.8% of pupils
DfE URN
118725

Other Primary Schools in Tunbridge Wells

If St James' Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Tunbridge Wells are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St James' Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Is St James' Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — St James' Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School currently has 632 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 630 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for St James' Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School?

St James' Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Kent before each admissions cycle.

What age range does St James' Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School cover?

St James' Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is a primary school in Tunbridge Wells, Kent, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for St James' Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School?

St James' Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.