High Halden Church of England Primary School

URN: 118666 • Ashford TN26 3JB

Overview

Type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Ofsted rating
n/a
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Kelly Burlton (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01233850285
Website
Visit
Address
Church Hill, Ashford TN26 3JB

Summary

High Halden Church of England Primary School, located in Ashford, Kent, is a voluntary controlled primary school with a mixed-gender student body of 102 pupils. The school’s ethos is deeply rooted in Christian values, guided by the biblical metaphor of ‘The Vine and the Branches,’ which emphasizes community, support, and personal growth. This framework fosters a nurturing environment where children are encouraged to develop their curiosity, creativity, and character.

The school offers a curriculum designed to prepare students for life beyond the classroom, focusing on both academic achievement and personal development. With small cohort sizes, typically no more than 15 pupils per year group, the school is able to provide tailored support to each child, ensuring that their individual learning journeys are valued and celebrated.

In terms of academic performance, the school has shown notable progress, particularly in writing and reading, with a strong emphasis on improving outcomes for all students. High Halden also embraces its rural setting, encouraging a sense of community and belonging among pupils, staff, and families.

Key details

LA
Kent
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
105
Pupils
102
Boys
44
Girls
58
FSM %
16.70
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 102 44 58 105 16.70
2024-09-11 101 42 59 105 18.80
2023-09-11 100 46 54 105 16.00
2022-09-11 100 46 54 105 16.00
2021-09-11 94 44 50 105 16.00
2020-09-11 89 46 43 105 10.10

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