Ashley Junior School
New Milton, BH25 5FN · Hampshire · primary school
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222nd of 300 primary schools in Hampshire we can score, 420 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 3.3/10 against 2,080 of them, against 2.9/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 56.0 · 30 | 40% | 1.18 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Ashley Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 56.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 3.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (3.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.9 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2024.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join gymnastics, football, dance, multi-sports, and karate clubs, or take part in the AJS Choir and 1-2-1 musical instrument and singing lessons. An after-school club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 230 pupils against a stated capacity of 270. 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 maths? What specific steps are taken to raise attainment towards the higher standard? How does the after-school club integrate with the main curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Ashley Junior School
Overview
Ashley Junior School continues to be a good school, offering a nurturing environment where pupils are well motivated by high expectations. The report highlights a broad, ambitious curriculum and a close-knit community where pupils feel safe, supported, and valued.
Strengths
- Pupils are "kind and supportive," behaving responsibly and reflecting school values of being "Ready, Respectful and Responsible."
- The curriculum provides "carefully constructed ‘learning journeys’" with detailed plans that address previous areas of lower performance.
- Teachers possess "secure subject knowledge" and use visuals and objects to help pupils gain understanding quickly.
- Provision for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is "effective," ensuring they develop confidence and independence.
- The approach to reading is "effective," with early phonics catch-up helping pupils become "fluent and confident readers."
Areas to improve
- In a small number of foundation subjects, teaching does not routinely revisit earlier learning, meaning some pupils do not remember important knowledge over time.
- Pupils’ understanding of new knowledge is not checked consistently well, leaving some unclear about how to complete activities.
Safeguarding
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 | 43% |
| 2023/24 | 50% |
| 2024/25 | 56% |
| 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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