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The Skinners' School Catchment Area

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

The Skinners' School is a academy converter secondary school in Tunbridge Wells, Kent , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1141 pupils, and a capacity of 945 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,141

Pupils

945

Capacity

121%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

The Skinners' School Catchment Area Information

Entry to The Skinners' School is selective — applicants must pass the relevant admissions test. Among qualifying applicants, Kent may use distance or catchment area as a tiebreaker when the school is oversubscribed. Check the admissions policy for how the selection and distance criteria interact.

Currently oversubscribed: 1141 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 945 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The full admissions policy — including test registration dates, qualifying scores, and any distance criteria — is published by Kent before each admissions cycle. Verify your child's eligibility and your home address directly with the council.

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The Skinners' School — School Information

Full address
St John's Road, Tunbridge Wells, TN4 9PG
Local authority
Kent
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Gender
Boys
Admissions policy
Selective
Free school meals
5.6% of pupils
DfE URN
140595

Other Secondary Schools in Tunbridge Wells

If The Skinners' School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Tunbridge Wells are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Skinners' School

Is The Skinners' School oversubscribed?

Yes — The Skinners' School currently has 1141 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 945 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for The Skinners' School?

The Skinners' School is a selective school — admission requires passing the relevant admissions test. Kent publishes the full policy each year, including test dates, qualifying scores, and any distance tiebreaker.

What age range does The Skinners' School cover?

The Skinners' School is a secondary school in Tunbridge Wells, Kent, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for The Skinners' School?

The Skinners' School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.