The Echelford Primary School
98%
Capacity
615
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About The Echelford Primary School
The Echelford Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Spelthorne community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 615 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 630 places).
Ofsted has rated The Echelford Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ms Karen Oakley Mrs Jessica Bugembe, it falls under Surrey local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4709th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 19 in Spelthorne.
The Echelford Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 168 applications for 83 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 68 were first-preference applications.
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 The Echelford Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Tennis, Football, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Science Club, Book Club, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Spelthorne, The Echelford 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Park Road, Ashford, Spelthorne, TW15 1EX |
| Headteacher | Ms Karen Oakley Mrs Jessica Bugembe |
| Local Authority | Surrey |
| Number of Pupils | 615 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.1% |
| School Capacity | 615 / 630 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (3 Nov 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Nov 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4709th of 13,686
Nationally
661st of 2,034
In South East
8th of 19
In Spelthorne
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
69%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed83
168
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
68 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Echelford Primary School
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Contact Information
Park Road, Ashford
Spelthorne, TW15 1EX
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