Ashburnham Community School
66%
Capacity
152
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Ashburnham Community School
Ashburnham Community School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Kensington and Chelsea community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 152 pupils on roll, operating at 66% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ashburnham Community School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jonathan East, it falls under Kensington and Chelsea 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 6198th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 25 in Kensington and Chelsea.
Ashburnham Community School is a popular choice with families — it received 44 applications for 30 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.
Ashburnham Community School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 83% recommending the school (41 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ashburnham Community School include Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Library, Forest School, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cross Country, Athletics, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Art Club, Choir, Drama, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 59.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kensington and Chelsea, Ashburnham Community School is one of the options available in the London 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | 17 Blantyre Street, London, Kensington and Chelsea, SW10 0DT |
| Headteacher | Jonathan East |
| Local Authority | Kensington and Chelsea |
| Number of Pupils | 152 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 59.2% |
| School Capacity | 152 / 229 (66% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Apr 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6198th of 13,686
Nationally
1065th of 1,592
In London
16th of 25
In Kensington and Chelsea
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
42%
'23/24
64%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
41 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
44
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ashburnham Community School
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Contact Information
17 Blantyre Street, London
Kensington and Chelsea, SW10 0DT
17 Blantyre Street, London
Kensington and Chelsea, SW10 0DT
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