Ashmead Combined School
99%
Capacity
712
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Ashmead Combined School
Ashmead Combined School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Buckinghamshire community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 712 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 720 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ashmead Combined School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mike Pearse, it falls under Buckinghamshire local authority.
Ashmead Combined School is a popular choice with families — it received 241 applications for 89 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 125 were first-preference applications.
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 Ashmead Combined School include Dining Hall, Forest School, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Netball, Rounders, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Science Club, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.5%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Buckinghamshire, Ashmead Combined 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 | Cole Road, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP21 8SU |
| Headteacher | Mike Pearse |
| Local Authority | Buckinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 712 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.5% |
| School Capacity | 712 / 720 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Jan 2020Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Feb 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed89
241
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
125 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Cole Road, Aylesbury
Buckinghamshire, HP21 8SU
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