Tenterden Infant School
62%
Capacity
130
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Tenterden Infant School
Tenterden Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Ashford community, welcoming children from age 5 to 7. The school has 130 pupils on roll, operating at 62% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Tenterden Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Tina McIntosh, it falls under Kent local authority.
Tenterden Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 72 applications for 40 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 40 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Speech, Language & Communication, Other Difficulty/Disability. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Tenterden Infant School include Art Studios, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Cross Country, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Book Club, Coding, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.5%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Ashford, Tenterden Infant 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 | 5 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Recreation Ground Road, Tenterden, Ashford, TN30 6RA |
| Headteacher | Tina McIntosh |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 130 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.5% |
| School Capacity | 130 / 211 (62% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (10 Jul 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 1 Mar 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed40
72
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
40 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Recreation Ground Road, Tenterden
Ashford, TN30 6RA
Recreation Ground Road, Tenterden
Ashford, TN30 6RA
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