Ash Cartwright and Kelsey Church of England Primary School
83%
Capacity
175
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Ash Cartwright and Kelsey Church of England Primary School
Ash Cartwright and Kelsey Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Dover community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 175 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ash Cartwright and Kelsey Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Fiona Crascall, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6392nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 37 in Dover.
Ash Cartwright and Kelsey Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 35 applications for 25 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
Ash Cartwright and Kelsey Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 91% recommending the school (44 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ash Cartwright and Kelsey Church of England Primary School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Library, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Dance, Swimming, Netball, as well as clubs including Film Club, Art Club, Coding, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.8%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dover, Ash Cartwright and Kelsey Church of England Primary School is one of the options available in the South East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | School Road, Canterbury, Dover, CT3 2JD |
| Headteacher | Fiona Crascall |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 175 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.8% |
| School Capacity | 175 / 210 (83% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Mar 2025): Improved significantly
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Oct 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6392nd of 13,686
Nationally
907th of 2,034
In South East
17th of 37
In Dover
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'23/24
64%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
44 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
35
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (66% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ash Cartwright and Kelsey Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
School Road, Canterbury
Dover, CT3 2JD
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