Bidborough Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School — Primary School in Tunbridge Wells

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Bidborough Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Tunbridge Wells, TN3 0UE

197 Pupils

210 Capacity

4–11 Age Range

5.10% FSM %

99 Boys

98 Girls

About Bidborough Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Bidborough Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a mixed-gender Local authority maintained schools located in Tunbridge Wells, Kent, in the South East region of England for pupils aged 4–11 with a Church of England character. It currently has a status of Open.

It has 197 pupils on roll. School capacity: 210. Current headteacher: Julie Burton.

This profile is based on official data from the Department for Education (DfE) Get Information About Schools (GIAS) register, updated March 2026.

School Details

Establishment Type	Voluntary controlled school
Type Group	Local authority maintained schools
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	Kent
Region	South East
Administrative District	Tunbridge Wells
Parliamentary Constituency	Tunbridge Wells
Ward	Southborough & Bidborough
Urban / Rural	Urban: Further from a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Not applicable
Religious Character	Church of England
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	No boarders
Sixth Form	Does not have a sixth form
Nursery Provision	No Nursery Classes
UKPRN	10070333
URN	118598
Data Last Updated	21-09-2025

Governors & Trustees (12)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mrs Emma Leitch	Chair of Governors	15/09/2024	23/11/2026	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Jane Mullis	Governance Professional - Local Authority Maintained School	01/10/2010	—	N/A
Mrs Julie Burton	Governor	20/04/2015	—	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Reverend Ti Chase	Governor	17/07/2025	—	Ex-officio foundation governor (appointed by foundation by virtue of the office they hold)
Mrs Katherine Cullen	Governor	05/06/2023	04/06/2027	Elected by parents
Mr David Gutteridge	Governor	24/01/2023	23/01/2027	Appointed by GB/board
Mr Rod Hillen	Governor	17/07/2025	31/08/2029	Foundation/sponsor members
Mr Damien Johnson	Governor	06/01/2025	05/01/2029	Elected by school staff
Tara Kwak	Governor	11/09/2021	10/09/2025	Parent appointed by GB/board due to no election candidates
Mrs Emma-Marie Layton	Governor	24/11/2022	23/11/2026	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Emma Leitch	Governor	24/11/2022	23/11/2026	Appointed by GB/board
Mr Robert Masters	Governor	24/11/2022	17/07/2025	Appointed by GB/board

Schools Nearby

Meadows School

1.18 km • Tunbridge Wells

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Southborough CofE Primary School

1.6 km • Tunbridge Wells

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Speldhurst Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

2.2 km • Tunbridge Wells

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St Gregory's Catholic School

2.21 km • Tunbridge Wells

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Nexus Foundation Special School

2.23 km • Tonbridge

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Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys

2.35 km • Tunbridge Wells

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is Bidborough Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School?

Bidborough Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a Voluntary controlled school (group: Local authority maintained schools) in Tunbridge Wells, Kent.

How many pupils does Bidborough Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School have?

Bidborough Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School has 197 pupils, with a capacity of 210.

What is the age range at Bidborough Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School?

Bidborough Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School caters for pupils aged 4 to 11.

Is Bidborough Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School a faith school?

Yes, Bidborough Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School has a Church of England religious character.

Who is the headteacher at Bidborough Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School?

The Headteacher at Bidborough Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is Mrs Julie Burton.

Where is Bidborough Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School located?

Bidborough Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is at Spring Lane, Bidborough, Tunbridge Wells, TN3 0UE, in the Kent local authority, South East.

Does Bidborough Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School have a sixth form?

Sixth form at Bidborough Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School: Does not have a sixth form.

Is Bidborough Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School currently open?

Bidborough Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mrs Julie Burton

Spring Lane, Bidborough, Tunbridge Wells, TN3 0UE

01892529333

www.bidborough.kent.sch.uk

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 118598

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026