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Ashley Junior School

New Forest, BH25 5FNPrimaryAges 7–11MixedState
Ofsted Rating
Good
Dec 2023
KS2 Results
50%
meeting expected standard in RWM
Competition
N/A
No data
Ranking
#10,523
of 13,686 nationally

About Ashley Junior School

Ashley Junior School in the New Forest is a state primary for children aged 7 to 11, and its intake numbers tell a clear story. With 240 pupils on roll against a capacity of 270, the school is not full, leaving around 30 spare places. This is a significant signal for parents: the school is undersubscribed, meaning there is likely less competition for places than at many other local primaries. The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals stands at 34. 6%, which is notably high. For context, the national average for primary schools in England is around 23-24%, so Ashley Junior serves a community with above-average economic disadvantage. This demographic profile is important to understand, as it often correlates with the school’s academic starting points and the additional support it provides. The school has no religious character and is mixed gender, making it a straightforward option for local families who simply want a non-denominational state education for their child in the New Forest area.

Key Details

School TypePrimary (State)
Age Range7 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterNone
AddressNormans Way, Ashley, New Milton, New Forest, BH25 5FN
HeadteacherCharlotte Bartolomeo
Local AuthorityHampshire
Number of Pupils240
Free School Meals (FSM)34.6%
School Capacity240 / 270 (89% full)

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Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

6 Dec 2023
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Overall Effectiveness
Good
Leadership & Management
Good

Latest monitoring visit (6 Dec 2023): School remains Good

Source: Ofsted, 8 Jan 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

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Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

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Ashley Junior School has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.