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The Mead School Catchment Area

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

The Mead School is a other independent not applicable school in Tunbridge Wells, Kent , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 234 pupils, and a capacity of 250 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

234

Pupils

250

Capacity

94%

Fill rate

The Mead School Catchment Area Information

Admission to The Mead 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.

Operating near capacity: 94% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

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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The Mead School — School Information

Full address
16 Frant Road, Tunbridge Wells, TN2 5SN
Local authority
Kent
School type
Other independent school
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
3–11 years
Religious character
Christian
Admissions policy
Non-selective
DfE URN
118975

Other Not applicable Schools in Tunbridge Wells

If The Mead School is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Tunbridge Wells are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Mead School

Is The Mead School oversubscribed?

The Mead School is operating close to its capacity of 250 places (94% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for The Mead School?

The Mead 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 The Mead School cover?

The Mead School is a not applicable school in Tunbridge Wells, Kent, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.