Willesborough Infant School
91%
Capacity
353
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Willesborough Infant School
Willesborough Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Ashford community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 353 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 390 places).
Ofsted has rated Willesborough Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Tom Head, it falls under Kent local authority.
Willesborough Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 161 applications for 104 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 96 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Willesborough Infant School include ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Athletics, Rounders, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Ashford, Willesborough 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 | 4 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Church Road, Ashford, Ashford, TN24 0JZ |
| Headteacher | Tom Head |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 353 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.0% |
| School Capacity | 353 / 390 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Oct 2022. 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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed104
161
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
96 families put this school as their 1st choice (60% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Church Road, Ashford
Ashford, TN24 0JZ
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