Beaver Green Primary School
113%
Capacity
474
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Beaver Green Primary School
Beaver Green 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 474 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (113% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Beaver Green Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Tina Oakley, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4396th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 40 in Ashford.
Beaver Green Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 109 applications for 60 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 49 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Beaver Green Primary School include Sensory Room, Forest School, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cross Country, Dance, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Book Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 46.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Ashford, Beaver Green 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 | Cuckoo Lane, Ashford, Ashford, TN23 5DA |
| Headteacher | Tina Oakley |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 474 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 46.5% |
| School Capacity | 474 / 420 (113% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 Nov 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4396th of 13,686
Nationally
610th of 2,034
In South East
14th of 40
In Ashford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
47%
'23/24
70%
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
6Facilities 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
109
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
49 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Cuckoo Lane, Ashford
Ashford, TN23 5DA
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