Ashford School

Independent

National rank

260

238

Rank last year

68.4%

A-level

A-level

A*-B

41.6%

GCSE

GCSE

A*/A/9/8/7

Need to know

Head teacher

Michael Hall

Gender of entry

Mixed

Total pupils

1,058 (0-18)

Head teacher

Michael Hall

Gender of entry

Mixed

Total pupils

1,058 (0-18)

Head teacher

Michael Hall

Gender of entry

Mixed

Total pupils

1,058 (0-18)

UK day fees per term*

£8,096 (11-18) includes lunch

UK boarding fees per term*

£11,999-£16,641 (11-18)

*Fee correct as of November 21, 2024
Our methodology
Results

A-level 2024 rank: 243=

Grade

%

A*

14

A

26.4

B

28

A*/A

40.4

A*-B

68.4

GCSE 2024 rank: 288=

Grade

%

A*/9/8

19.6

A/7

22

A*/A/9/8/7

41.6

What the school inspection says

Date of report
2020
Verdict
Excellent
“The school aims to create adventurous learners inside and outside of the classroom, through developing an environment where the wellbeing of the child is paramount. Pupils at each stage in their school career develop comprehensive subject knowledge, skills and understanding across all areas of learning. A wide range of ability is evident throughout the school. Pupils’ achievements in external competitions, in gaining other academic distinctions, and in sport and the arts are good. Many pupils show excellent attitudes to learning … Pupils exhibit self-confidence without arrogance. They demonstrate excellent relationships with one another, irrespective of culture or background.“ There was a short visit in 2021 and a routine inspection in 2024.
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About the school

  • The independent, co-educational school celebrated its 125th anniversary in 2023. It has about 1,000 boarding and day pupils from nursery to sixth form.
  • Academic, art, sport, drama and music scholarships are available for Years 7, 9 and 12.
  • A comprehensive approach is taken to student wellbeing. This includes a range of talking therapies, yoga, meditation and mindfulness sessions. In addition, pupils who complete the six-week Wellbeing Programme receive the Wellbeing Champion Award.
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