Ashford CofE Primary School
Ashford, TW15 2BW · Surrey · primary school
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162nd of 203 primary schools in Surrey we can score, 296 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 3,685 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.9/10 among them, against 3.5/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 48.0 · 16 | 40% | 0.65 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Ashford CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 48.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the school recorded 10.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in October 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.9 out of 10 among them, against 3.5 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 378 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils to bridge the gap between the 48.0% expected standard and the national median of 64%? What specific strategies are used to maintain the higher standard achievement rate of 10.0%? How does the recent Good inspection influence current teaching priorities?
What Ofsted said about Ashford CofE Primary School
Overview
Pupils are described as proud to attend this “happy and inclusive school” where they “settle into school life well” and uphold values of “kindness and respect.” The report highlights a “well-planned and ambitious curriculum” that has improved since the previous inspection, with staff providing “dedicated care” to pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Overall, the school fosters strong relationships and high expectations, though some inconsistencies remain in subject teaching and attendance.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “well-planned and ambitious,” identifying key knowledge and skills, with pupils in most subjects “learning effectively and achieving well.”
- Reading is prioritised with “consistent” daily phonics teaching, helping pupils become “keen and confident readers” who enjoy a variety of stories.
- Pupils “behave very well and respect their peers and adults,” contributing to “calm and purposeful” lessons supported by a consistently applied behaviour policy.
- Strong relationships exist between the school, pupils, and families, with governors providing “appropriate challenge and support” to help pupils achieve their best.
Areas to improve
- The full implementation of the curriculum in some foundation subjects is not yet consistent, as some teachers lack the subject expertise to confidently teach precise knowledge and check understanding over time.
- A small minority of pupils have attendance that is “too low,” meaning they are missing out on vital learning; the school needs to strengthen actions to support improvement in this area.
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective.”
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 56% |
| 2023/24 | 57% |
| 2024/25 | 48% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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