Kennington Church of England Academy
99%
Capacity
357
Pupils
N/A
Demand
About Kennington Church of England Academy
Kennington Church of England Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Ashford community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 357 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 360 places).
Ofsted has rated Kennington Church of England Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Karen Godsell, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7396th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 20th out of 40 in Ashford.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Kennington Church of England Academy include Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Library, Gymnasium, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Gymnastics, Rounders, Cricket, as well as clubs including Science Club, Coding, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.7%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Ashford, Kennington Church of England 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 | 7 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Upper Vicarage Road, Ashford, Ashford, TN24 9AG |
| Headteacher | Karen Godsell |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 357 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.7% |
| School Capacity | 357 / 360 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 10 Nov 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7396th of 13,686
Nationally
1045th of 2,034
In South East
20th of 40
In Ashford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
61%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions About Kennington Church of England Academy
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Contact Information
Upper Vicarage Road, Ashford
Ashford, TN24 9AG
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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