Bethersden Primary School
82%
Capacity
115
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Bethersden Primary School
Bethersden Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Ashford community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 115 pupils on roll and is well-filled (82% of 140 places).
Ofsted has rated Bethersden Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rebecca Heaton, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10037th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 40 in Ashford.
Bethersden Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 32 applications for 18 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 14 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bethersden Primary School include ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Library, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Cricket, Dance, as well as clubs including Chess, Coding, Science Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.2%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Ashford, Bethersden 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 | School Road, Ashford, Ashford, TN26 3AH |
| Headteacher | Rebecca Heaton |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 115 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.2% |
| School Capacity | 115 / 140 (82% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
10037th of 13,686
Nationally
1496th of 2,034
In South East
31st of 40
In Ashford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
43%
'23/24
53%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed18
32
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
14 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bethersden Primary School
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Contact Information
School Road, Ashford
Ashford, TN26 3AH
Journey to School
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