Ashford Hill Primary School
74%
Capacity
104
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Ashford Hill Primary School
Ashford Hill Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Basingstoke and Deane community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 104 pupils on roll, operating at 74% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Ashford Hill Primary School "Inadequate", the school is led by headteacher Catherine Hudson, it falls under Hampshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3976th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 40 in Basingstoke and Deane.
Ashford Hill Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 33 applications for 20 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ashford Hill Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Forest School, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cricket, Netball, Football and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Film Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Basingstoke and Deane, Ashford Hill 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Ashford Hill Road, Thatcham, Basingstoke and Deane, RG19 8BB |
| Headteacher | Catherine Hudson |
| Local Authority | Hampshire |
| Number of Pupils | 104 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.7% |
| School Capacity | 104 / 140 (74% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Inadequate
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Jan 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3976th of 13,686
Nationally
535th of 2,034
In South East
10th of 40
In Basingstoke and Deane
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
24%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
33
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
20 families put this school as their 1st choice (61% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ashford Hill Primary School
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Contact Information
Ashford Hill Road, Thatcham
Basingstoke and Deane, RG19 8BB
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