2026 Best Secondary Schools in Tunbridge Wells Area

Schools in the Tunbridge Wells built-up area. Tunbridge Wells secondary schools achieve exceptional results, with all secondary schools have an average FMS Inspection Score of 8.3/10, Excellent band, compared with England's 7.4/10 (Good). The area is home to three selective grammar schools: Tunbridge Wells Girls' Grammar School (boys), The Skinners' School (girls), and Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys (boys), all consistently delivering strong GCSE performance. With an average Attainment 8 score of 52 compared to England's 39, and 55% of students achieving grades 9-7, Tunbridge Wells outperforms national benchmarks significantly. Families across Southborough, Rusthall, Pembury, and High Brooms benefit from this mix of highly competitive selective schools and inclusive comprehensives. Use the search filters to compare schools by Attainment 8 or FMS Inspection Score.