High Halden Church of England Primary School
97%
Capacity
102
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About High Halden Church of England Primary School
High Halden Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Ashford community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 102 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated High Halden Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kelly Burlton, 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 10066th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 32nd out of 40 in Ashford.
High Halden Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 47 applications for 15 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 High Halden Church of England Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Dining Hall, Library, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Drama, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.7%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Ashford, High Halden Church of England 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Church Hill, Ashford, Ashford, TN26 3JB |
| Headteacher | Kelly Burlton |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 102 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.7% |
| School Capacity | 102 / 105 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Feb 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (24 Feb 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 7 Feb 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
10066th of 13,686
Nationally
1503rd of 2,034
In South East
32nd 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
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
76%
'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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed15
47
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
23 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 High Halden Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Church Hill, Ashford
Ashford, TN26 3JB
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