St Simon of England Roman Catholic Primary School, Ashford

URN: 141067 • Ashford TN23 4RB

Overview

Name
St Simon of England Roman Catholic Primary School, Ashford
URN
141067
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
KENT CATHOLIC SCHOOLS' PARTNERSHIP
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
51.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Peter McCabe (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01233623199
Website
Visit
Address
Noakes Meadow, Ashford TN23 4RB

Summary

St Simon of England Roman Catholic Primary School, located in Ashford, Kent, is a mixed academy converter with a current enrollment of 212 pupils, slightly above its capacity of 210. The school is committed to fostering a Christian community where students are encouraged to develop their potential across various aspects of life, including academic, physical, emotional, and moral growth. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in its mission to "work, learn, play and pray together," aiming to fulfill each child's unique plan as guided by Christian values.

The curriculum at St Simon's is designed to be broad and balanced, integrating British values such as democracy, individual liberty, and mutual respect, which are rooted in the school's Catholic foundation. The school emphasizes the importance of nurturing knowledgeable and compassionate citizens who contribute positively to their community.

St Simon's actively engages with parents, staff, governors, and the local parish to create a supportive environment that promotes excellence in learning and behavior. The school also prioritizes the well-being of its pupils, offering various support mechanisms to ensure that every child can thrive both academically and personally.

Key details

LA
Kent
Age range
5 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
KENT CATHOLIC SCHOOLS' PARTNERSHIP
Capacity
210
Pupils
212
Boys
109
Girls
103
FSM %
19.80
Open date
2014-07-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-12-01
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 212 109 103 210 19.80
2024-09-11 208 110 98 210 18.80
2023-09-11 207 109 98 210 19.30
2022-09-11 207 109 98 210 19.30
2021-09-11 203 98 105 210 17.70
2020-09-11 206 106 100 210 16.00

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