Goudhurst and Kilndown Church of England Primary School — Primary School in Cranbrook

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Goudhurst and Kilndown Church of England Primary School

Cranbrook, TN17 1DZ

211 Pupils

210 Capacity

5–11 Age Range

16.60% FSM %

107 Boys

104 Girls

About Goudhurst and Kilndown Church of England Primary School

Goudhurst and Kilndown Church of England Primary School is an Local authority maintained schools for pupils aged 5–11 based in Kent, South East. The school is mixed-gender and Open with a Church of England character.

It has 211 pupils on roll. School capacity: 210. Current headteacher: Ryan Laker.

All information is drawn from the GIAS dataset published by the Department for Education. School details including admissions and term dates should be verified with Kent or the school directly.

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	Rural Tunbridge Wells
Urban / Rural	Smaller rural: Nearer to 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	10078482
URN	118601
Data Last Updated	16-01-2026

Governors & Trustees (12)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mr Oliver Miller	Chair of Governors	23/05/2024	22/05/2028	Elected by parents
Mrs Alexandra Akrimi	Governor	04/12/2025	03/12/2029	Appointed by GB/board
Claire Alvis	Governor	21/03/2024	20/03/2028	Appointed by GB/board
Mr Daniel Andrews	Governor	13/07/2023	12/07/2027	Appointed by GB/board
Mr Peter Brook	Governor	01/04/2024	10/07/2025	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mr Alastair Couldrey	Governor	25/05/2023	24/05/2027	Appointed by GB/board
Mr Simon Cullen	Governor	01/04/2024	31/03/2028	Appointed by GB/board
Mr Stephen Emmett	Governor	10/03/2023	09/03/2027	Elected by school staff
Mr Ben Flack	Governor	21/06/2023	20/06/2027	Elected by parents
Mrs Dehaehle Gale	Governor	04/07/2024	03/07/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mr Daniel Katte	Governor	21/03/2024	20/03/2028	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Lindsay Roberts	Governor	01/04/2024	31/08/2025	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal

Schools Nearby

Bethany School

2.79 km • Cranbrook

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Colliers Green Church of England Primary School

3.21 km • Cranbrook

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Leigh Academy Horsmonden

3.9 km • Tonbridge

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Cranbrook Church of England Primary School

4.97 km • Cranbrook

Other

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is Goudhurst and Kilndown Church of England Primary School?

Goudhurst and Kilndown Church of England Primary School is a Voluntary controlled school (group: Local authority maintained schools) in Cranbrook, Kent.

How many pupils does Goudhurst and Kilndown Church of England Primary School have?

Goudhurst and Kilndown Church of England Primary School has 211 pupils, with a capacity of 210.

What is the age range at Goudhurst and Kilndown Church of England Primary School?

Goudhurst and Kilndown Church of England Primary School caters for pupils aged 5 to 11.

Is Goudhurst and Kilndown Church of England Primary School a faith school?

Yes, Goudhurst and Kilndown Church of England Primary School has a Church of England religious character.

Who is the headteacher at Goudhurst and Kilndown Church of England Primary School?

The Headteacher at Goudhurst and Kilndown Church of England Primary School is Mr Ryan Laker.

Where is Goudhurst and Kilndown Church of England Primary School located?

Goudhurst and Kilndown Church of England Primary School is at Beaman Close, Cranbrook Road, Cranbrook, TN17 1DZ, in the Kent local authority, South East.

Does Goudhurst and Kilndown Church of England Primary School have a sixth form?

Sixth form at Goudhurst and Kilndown Church of England Primary School: Does not have a sixth form.

Is Goudhurst and Kilndown Church of England Primary School currently open?

Goudhurst and Kilndown Church of England Primary School is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mr Ryan Laker

Beaman Close, Cranbrook Road, Cranbrook, TN17 1DZ

01580211365

www.goudhurst-kilndown.kent.sch.uk

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 118601

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026