St Michael's Church of England Primary School
80%
Capacity
167
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About St Michael's Church of England Primary School
St Michael's 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 167 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Michael's Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanna Paskhin, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 45% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11688th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 35th out of 40 in Ashford.
St Michael's Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 55 applications for 25 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
St Michael's Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 87% recommending the school (39 responses).
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 St Michael's Church of England Primary School include Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Forest School, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.9%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Ashford, St Michael's 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 | Ashford Road, Tenterden, Ashford, TN30 6PU |
| Headteacher | Joanna Paskhin |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 167 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.9% |
| School Capacity | 167 / 210 (80% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (45%)
11688th of 13,686
Nationally
1766th of 2,034
In South East
35th of 40
In Ashford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
45%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
45%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
39 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
55
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Michael's Church of England Primary School
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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
Ashford Road, Tenterden
Ashford, TN30 6PU
Journey to School
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