The Mead School
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This school has a Christian religious character. Admissions may prioritise pupils who meet faith criteria. A Supplementary Information Form (SIF) may be required.
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Fee evidence
ISC day fees/term (excl VAT): £2,626 to £4,935 -> £7,878/yr (x3)
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School information
| URN | 118975 |
| Local authority | Kent |
| Region | South East |
| Phase | Not applicable |
| Type | Other independent school |
| Gender of entry | Mixed |
| Age range | 3-11 |
| Headteacher | Headteacher Catherine Openshaw |
| Trust | — |
| Admissions | Non-selective |
| Religious character | Christian |
| Postcode | TN2 5SN |
| Latest pupils | 234 |
| FSM eligible | — |
Contact and identifiers
16 Frant Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN2 5SN
www.themeadschool.co.uk1892525837| DfE number | 6033 |
| UKPRN | 10080535 |
| Opened | 16 Oct 1957 |
| GIAS updated | 10 Mar 2026 |
Data sources and freshness
| Official record updated | 10 Mar 2026 |
| Latest KS4 year | — |
| Latest KS2 year | — |
| Ofsted published | — |