East Stour Primary School
87%
Capacity
410
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About East Stour Primary School
East Stour Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Ashford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 410 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 472 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated East Stour Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher S Sadler, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6835th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 40 in Ashford.
East Stour Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 77 applications for 38 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 were first-preference applications.
East Stour Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 96% recommending the school (26 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at East Stour Primary School include Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Library, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Rounders, Football, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Gardening, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 39.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Ashford, East Stour 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Earlsworth Road, Ashford, Ashford, TN24 0DW |
| Headteacher | S Sadler |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 410 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 39.2% |
| School Capacity | 410 / 472 (87% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Jan 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 Jan 2025): Improved significantly
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jul 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6835th of 13,686
Nationally
961st of 2,034
In South East
17th of 40
In Ashford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
63%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
26 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed38
77
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
38 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About East Stour Primary School
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Contact Information
Earlsworth Road, Ashford
Ashford, TN24 0DW
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