Victoria Road Primary School
102%
Capacity
210
Pupils
4.1x
Demand
About Victoria Road Primary School
Victoria Road Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Ashford community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 210 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 206 places).
Ofsted has rated Victoria Road Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kelly Collens Zana Fletcher, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8893rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 28th out of 40 in Ashford.
Victoria Road Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 120 applications for 29 places, making it 4.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 37 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Victoria Road Primary School include ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Library, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Netball, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Drama, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.8%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Ashford, Victoria Road 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Victoria Road, Ashford, Ashford, TN23 7HQ |
| Headteacher | Kelly Collens Zana Fletcher |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 210 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.8% |
| School Capacity | 210 / 206 (102% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8893rd of 13,686
Nationally
1329th of 2,034
In South East
28th of 40
In Ashford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
57%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
120
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
37 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Victoria Road Primary School
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Contact Information
Victoria Road, Ashford
Ashford, TN23 7HQ
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