Ashley Church of England Primary School
Walton-on-Thames, KT12 1HX · Surrey · primary school
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105th 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 3,836 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.2/10 among them, against 5.7/10 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 | 64.0 · 49 | 40% | 1.97 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 11.0 · 71 | 25% | 1.77 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Ashley Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 64.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, matching the national median of 64%. 11.0% reached the higher standard, above the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.2 out of 10 among them, against 5.7 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
The school offers a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 574 pupils against a stated capacity of 630. 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 who are below the expected standard in core subjects? What specific activities are available within the after-school provision? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2024 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Ashley Church of England Primary School
Overview
Ashley Church of England Primary School has undergone "substantial changes" that have led to "clear improvements in pupils’ experiences." The report highlights that pupils "enjoy learning," behave with "kindness, respect and an eagerness for learning," and benefit from a curriculum that enables them to "achieve well."
Strengths
- Early years provision is strong, with children making a "bright start" and rapidly building phonics knowledge through clear staff modelling.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive "effective support," with staff thoughtfully adapting tasks to ensure inclusivity.
- The curriculum is carefully sequenced, helping pupils build "clear mental models" in subjects like computing and history through "golden threads."
- Attendance is high, supported by leaders who have a "detailed grasp of the barriers" faced by some pupils.
- Pupils develop strong personal skills, learning to manage emotions and engage with "current affairs and ethical questions."
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure tasks enable pupils to "apply their knowledge consistently" so work reflects curriculum ambitions.
- Leaders must support staff to maintain "consistently high expectations for pupils’ behaviour," as routines are not yet firmly embedded in all classes.
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 | 65% |
| 2023/24 | 68% |
| 2024/25 | 64% |
| 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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