The Mead School
Tunbridge Wells, Kent, South East · TN2 5SN
A small Christian prep in Tunbridge Wells, The Mead School takes pupils from the age of three through to eleven, with around 234 children on roll. Its compact size lends itself to an intimate, family feel where individual children are easily known. The Independent Schools Inspectorate awarded the school its highest grade of "excellent", and judged its provision for personal development to be equally strong. Led by Head Mrs Catherine Openshaw, it is a co-educational, day-only setting.
234
Pupils
excellent
ISI
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 3-11
- Pupils
- 234
- Location
- Tunbridge Wells, Kent, South East
- Website
- https://www.meadschool.co.uk/
- Telephone
- 01892 525837
Headteacher
Head Mrs Catherine Openshaw
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Teaching & academics
The ISI rated the quality of pupils' achievements as "excellent", a reassuring marker for parents weighing up preparation for senior school entry. With a small roll and an age range that spans the full primary years, the school is well placed to track each child closely from the early years onwards.
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- Christian
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 6 January 2026
The last word
A small, Christian-rooted prep with top ISI marks for both achievement and personal development - one for families who value being properly known.
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The Mead School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is The Mead School located?
The Mead School is located at 16 Frant Road, Tunbridge Wells, Tunbridge Wells, TN2 5SN.
What type of school is The Mead School?
The Mead School is an independent (fee-paying) school in South East.
How many pupils attend The Mead School?
The Mead School has approximately 234 pupils on roll.
What is The Mead School's inspection rating?
The Mead School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 6 January 2026.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.