Kings Ash Academy

URN: 138773 • Paignton TQ3 3XA

Overview

Name
Kings Ash Academy
URN
138773
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
THE THINKING SCHOOLS ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
44.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Robert Fitzsimmons (since 2025)
Telephone
01803555657
Website
Visit
Address
Pimm Road, Paignton TQ3 3XA

Summary

Kings Ash Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Paignton, Torbay, with a current enrolment of 333 pupils and a capacity of 420. The academy caters to children from the age of 2, offering a nurturing environment through its Little Thinkers Nursery, which supports early development. The school is committed to fostering a safe and happy atmosphere where all children can aspire to achieve their full potential.

The curriculum at Kings Ash Academy is designed to be innovative and relevant, focusing on cognitive education and real-world connections. It incorporates various tools and techniques to enhance learning, ensuring that students engage in challenging and collaborative experiences. The school promotes key values such as respect, collaboration, creativity, and independence, represented by animal mascots to help children relate to these concepts.

Kings Ash Academy is part of The Thinking Schools Academy Trust, emphasizing a united vision to transform life chances for all students. The academy has received positive feedback from Ofsted for its strong relationships, inclusivity, and high expectations, reflecting its commitment to supporting every child's educational journey.

Key details

LA
Torbay
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
THE THINKING SCHOOLS ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
420
Pupils
333
Boys
165
Girls
168
FSM %
60.40
Open date
2012-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2021-05-26
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Devon

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 333 165 168 420 60.40
2024-09-11 385 199 186 446 59.20
2023-09-11 417 218 199 446 58.00
2022-09-11 417 218 199 446 58.00
2021-09-11 414 212 202 446 60.90
2020-09-11 448 231 217 446 55.10

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