Kingsnorth Church of England Primary School
101%
Capacity
423
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Kingsnorth Church of England Primary School
Kingsnorth 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 423 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Kingsnorth Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Iain Witts, 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 6993rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 40 in Ashford.
Kingsnorth Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 178 applications for 60 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 69 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Kingsnorth Church of England Primary School include Art Studios, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Library, Forest School, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Football, Dance, Cricket, as well as clubs including Coding, Film Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Ashford, Kingsnorth 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, TN23 3EF |
| Headteacher | Iain Witts |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 423 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.3% |
| School Capacity | 423 / 420 (101% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (24 Apr 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 10 Apr 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6993rd of 13,686
Nationally
980th of 2,034
In South East
19th 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
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
63%
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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
178
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
69 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Kingsnorth Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Church Hill, Ashford
Ashford, TN23 3EF
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