Ashford, St Mary's Church of England Primary School

URN: 118738 • Ashford TN23 1ND

Overview

Name
Ashford, St Mary's Church of England Primary School
URN
118738
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
58.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Nicola Hirst (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01233625531
Website
Visit
Address
Western Avenue, Ashford TN23 1ND

Summary

Ashford St. Mary's Church of England Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school located in Ashford, Kent, with a current enrolment of 417 pupils and a capacity of 420. The school embraces its Christian ethos, guided by values such as respect, friendship, perseverance, forgiveness, compassion, and trust, which were collectively chosen by the school community in 2017. This foundation aims to foster a nurturing and supportive environment for all students.

The school offers a broad curriculum designed to help children reach their full potential, with a strong emphasis on both academic and personal development. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through various communication channels, including the Arbor Parent Portal and app, which provide updates and facilitate reporting absences.

Ashford St. Mary's is committed to building a welcoming community, inviting prospective families to visit and learn more about the school. The headteacher and staff are dedicated to ensuring that every child thrives in a warm and inclusive atmosphere, reflecting the school's core values and mission.

Key details

LA
Kent
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
420
Pupils
417
Boys
223
Girls
194
FSM %
27.80
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2020-01-29
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 417 223 194 420 27.80
2024-09-11 418 213 205 420 27.80
2023-09-11 417 217 200 420 30.20
2022-09-11 417 217 200 420 30.20
2021-09-11 419 221 198 420 27.20
2020-09-11 419 224 195 420 20.30

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