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Tenterden Church of England Junior School

Tenterden Church of England Junior School

Ashford, TN30 6RAPrimary School·Ages 7-11
GoodQuality of Ed.

84%

Capacity

201

Pupils

N/A

Demand

About Tenterden Church of England Junior School

Tenterden Church of England Junior School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Ashford community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 201 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 240 places).

Ofsted has rated Tenterden Church of England Junior School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Tina McIntosh, it falls under Kent local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8313th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 40 in Ashford.

Tenterden Church of England Junior School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 71% recommending the school (35 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 Tenterden Church of England Junior School include Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Library, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Swimming, Dance, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Film Club, Science Club and 2 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 34.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Ashford, Tenterden Church of England Junior 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range7 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressRecreation Ground Road, Tenterden, Ashford, TN30 6RA
HeadteacherTina McIntosh
Local AuthorityKent
Number of Pupils201
Free School Meals (FSM)34.8%
School Capacity201 / 240 (84% full)

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

15 Oct 2024
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Quality of Education

Good

Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade

Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good

Source: Ofsted, 21 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)

8313th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 61%

1232nd of 2,034

In South East

Top 61%

22nd of 40

In Ashford

Top 55%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

58%

Expected Standard

11%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 105
Expected:75%
Higher:28%
Writing
Expected:78%
Higher:11%
MathsAvg Score: 103
Expected:67%
Higher:28%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeImproving +18%

'22/23

40%

'23/24

58%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

Ofsted Parent View

35 responses

Would Recommend This School

71%Average
Needs Attentionbelow 70%
Bullying dealt with
20%
Concerns dealt with
60%
SEND support
60%

Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguagePhysicalLearning DifficultyMulti-SensoryOther

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

6
Playing FieldsSensory RoomGymnasiumLibraryOutdoor PlaygroundChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

12

Sports

NetballSwimmingDanceRoundersFootballAthletics

Clubs & Activities

DramaChoirFilm ClubScience ClubBook ClubEco Club

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Frequently Asked Questions About Tenterden Church of England Junior School

Tenterden Church of England Junior School has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01580763717www.tenterdenprimaryfederation.kent.sch.uk/

Recreation Ground Road, Tenterden

Ashford, TN30 6RA

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Recreation Ground Road, Tenterden

Ashford, TN30 6RA

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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