Wittersham Church of England Primary School
97%
Capacity
136
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Wittersham Church of England Primary School
Wittersham Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Ashford community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 136 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 140 places).
Ofsted has rated Wittersham Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Stella Coulson, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4124th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 40 in Ashford.
Wittersham Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 22 applications for 16 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 14 were first-preference applications.
Wittersham Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 82% recommending the school (28 responses).
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 Wittersham Church of England Primary School include Dining Hall, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Library, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Swimming, Cricket, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Eco Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Ashford, Wittersham Church of England 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 | Church of England |
| Address | The Street, Tenterden, Ashford, TN30 7EA |
| Headteacher | Stella Coulson |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 136 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.0% |
| School Capacity | 136 / 140 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Jul 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4124th of 13,686
Nationally
559th of 2,034
In South East
12th of 40
In Ashford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
70%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
28 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed16
22
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
14 families put this school as their 1st choice (64% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Wittersham Church of England Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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Contact Information
The Street, Tenterden
Ashford, TN30 7EA
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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