The John Wesley Church of England Methodist Voluntary Aided Primary School

URN: 133627 • Ashford TN23 5LW

Overview

Name
The John Wesley Church of England Methodist Voluntary Aided Primary School
URN
133627
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England/Methodist
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
63.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Rachael Harrington (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01233614660
Website
Visit
Address
Wesley School Road, Ashford TN23 5LW

Summary

The John Wesley Church of England Methodist Voluntary Aided Primary School, located in Ashford, Kent, serves a mixed-gender population of 434 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 420. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment grounded in Christian values, ensuring that every child feels safe, valued, and part of a supportive community. The ethos emphasizes the importance of each child's unique gifts and talents, promoting a sense of belonging among students, staff, and families.

The curriculum at John Wesley is designed to be broad and engaging, focusing on providing varied learning opportunities that cater to the needs of all students. The school prioritises creating a happy and secure environment, which is seen as essential for children to reach their full potential. Teachers are dedicated to delivering high-quality education and supporting each child’s personal growth.

Parents are encouraged to be involved in school life, and the school welcomes visits to showcase its community spirit and educational approach. The aim is for students to leave John Wesley as confident, responsible, and resilient individuals, ready for their next educational stage.

Key details

LA
Kent
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
420
Pupils
434
Boys
213
Girls
221
FSM %
20.70
Open date
2007-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2021-11-11
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 434 213 221 420 20.70
2024-09-11 453 224 229 420 22.30
2023-09-11 448 219 229 420 18.80
2022-09-11 448 219 229 420 18.80
2021-09-11 436 211 225 420 17.90
2020-09-11 446 215 231 420 12.60

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