Ashby School
About Ashby School
If you're a parent considering Ashby School, the numbers suggest it's a popular choice locally. For the 2025/26 intake, the school received 564 applications for 231 places, giving an oversubscription ratio of 2.44. Of those, 272 families put it as their first preference, and 228 first-preference offers were made. That level of demand indicates a strong reputation among local families. While the school doesn't publish a parent-view survey score, the sheer volume of applications — more than double the places available — is a practical signal of confidence. The school is a mixed, non-denominational state secondary with a sixth form, and it's the largest in North West Leicestershire by pupil numbers, with 1,679 students on roll against a capacity of 1,820. It's worth noting that 12.8% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is slightly below the national average.
Key Details
The full report on this school
The inspection in plain English, admissions context, and how this school compares to nearby alternatives — all in one full school report.
- Ofsted inspection in plain EnglishStrengths, concerns and what inspectors flagged
- Parent View survey resultsWhat parents told Ofsted — when the school has 10+ responses
- Where Ofsted and parents disagreeGaps to probe + questions to ask at the open day
- Admissions & catchmentAdmission criteria, distance cutoffs (where the LA publishes them)
- Nearby schools comparedBackup options with Ofsted, demand and distance
- Attendance & behaviour dataPersistent absentees, suspensions and exclusions vs national
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Jan 2024Source: Ofsted, 6 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
School day
Teaching hours
08:40 – 15:10
Source: ashbyschool.org.uk. Extracted automatically — confirm with the school before relying on these times.
Was this page helpful?
Frequently Asked Questions About Ashby School
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Understanding School Catchment Areas
How admission distances work and tips for maximising your choices