Furley Park Primary Academy
85%
Capacity
535
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Furley Park Primary Academy
Furley Park Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Ashford community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 535 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 630 places).
Ofsted has rated Furley Park Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Emma Collip, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5372nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 40 in Ashford.
Furley Park Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 106 applications for 53 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 49 were first-preference applications.
Furley Park Primary Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 87% recommending the school (68 responses).
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 Furley Park Primary Academy include ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Forest School, Library, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Swimming, Tennis, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.8%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Ashford, Furley Park Primary Academy 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 | Reed Crescent, Kingsnorth, Ashford, Ashford, TN23 3PA |
| Headteacher | Emma Collip |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 535 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.8% |
| School Capacity | 535 / 630 (85% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Dec 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5372nd of 13,686
Nationally
744th of 2,034
In South East
16th of 40
In Ashford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
44%
'23/24
67%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
68 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed53
106
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
49 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Furley Park Primary Academy
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Reed Crescent, Kingsnorth, Ashford
Ashford, TN23 3PA
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