Ashford Oaks Community Primary School
105%
Capacity
443
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Ashford Oaks Community Primary School
Ashford Oaks Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Ashford community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 443 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (105% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ashford Oaks Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Phil Chantler, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 30% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13267th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 40th out of 40 in Ashford.
Ashford Oaks Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 119 applications for 60 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 49 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ashford Oaks Community Primary School include Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Netball, Tennis, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 52.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Ashford, Ashford Oaks Community 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Oak Tree Road, Ashford, Ashford, TN23 4QR |
| Headteacher | Phil Chantler |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 443 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 52.5% |
| School Capacity | 443 / 420 (105% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (30%)
13267th of 13,686
Nationally
1980th of 2,034
In South East
40th of 40
In Ashford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
30%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
27%
'23/24
30%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
119
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
49 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Oak Tree Road, Ashford
Ashford, TN23 4QR
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