- Location
- Ashford
- Age range
- 0–20
- Attendance
- Day and boarding
About Ashford School
Schoolscout directory record ·
Located in the heart of Ashford, this independent school offers a nurturing environment where academic excellence and personal development go hand in hand....
Supplementary catalogue notes ·
Ashford School was founded in 1898 as Ashford School for Girls, established by the Reverend H. P. Crawshaw and his wife as a Church of England girls' school in the Kentish market town of Ashford. The school operated as a girls' school for over a century before becoming fully co-educational in 2010. Since 2008 the school has been part of United Learning — the largest schools group in England, operating around 90 state and independent schools. Ashford School today educates around 993 pupils ages 3-18 across an integrated Prep, Junior and Senior School structure. The Head is Michael Hall.
The school is a member of the GSA (historically) and is inspected by the ISI. The campus sits in central Ashford, Kent, immediately adjacent to Ashford International railway station — the principal English terminus of the Eurostar high-speed rail link to Paris, Brussels and Amsterdam, which provides direct access to continental Europe within 35 minutes of the school gates. This geographic position has shaped a particularly strong modern-languages programme: French is offered from Reception, and the school maintains active exchange relationships with French and Belgian partner schools.
The school's academic profile is strongest in modern languages, the sciences and drama. The boarding house accommodates a significant cohort of international pupils, particularly from continental Europe and East Asia. The school operates a substantial bursary programme via the United Learning charitable foundation, intended to provide educational access for Kent families regardless of family means.
Additional source record ·
My hope is for all members of the boarding community to seek to achieve the best that they can in all things, with guidance and encouragement from House staff, and thus enter the world beyond Ashford School as confident, educated and purposeful young adults.
Boarding creates the opportunity for students of different ages and from different backgrounds and cultures to come together to live, work, and enjoy themselves and develop skills for life. They help and support one another, discover their talents in the range of activities on offer and form lifelong friendships.
As in all areas of the School, our boarding provision is underpinned by a strong pastoral support system. Pupils are cared for in a friendly and stimulating environment with an excellent range of facilities and opportunities at their fingertips.
School life and highlights in the catalogue
- Founded 1898 as Ashford School for Girls — 128-year history
- Co-educational since 2010
- ≈993 pupils ages 3-18 across Prep, Junior and Senior schools
- Set in central Ashford, Kent — Channel Tunnel international rail hub
- Part of the United Learning Trust (England's largest schools group)
- Strong modern-languages programme via France proximity
- Substantial bursary programme via the United Learning charitable foundation
- 993-pupil community
- Day and boarding places available
- Christian foundation
Education and school life
- Education levels
- Nursery, Pre-Prep, Prep, Senior, Sixth Form
- Age range
- 0–20
- Attendance
- Day and boarding
- Pupil intake
- Co-educational
- School type
- Mainstream
- Headteacher / principal
- Mr Ashley Currie
- Religious ethos
- Christian
- Listed inspectorate
- ISI
Subjects and qualifications
- Modern languages (Kent / France gateway)
- Drama
- Sciences
- Mathematics
- Music
- Sport (rowing, hockey)
- Outdoor
Listed memberships and accreditations
- United Learning Trust (school group)
- GSA (Girls' Schools Association — historically; now co-educational)
- ISI (Independent Schools Inspectorate)
Progression and destinations in the catalogue
- Oxbridge
- Russell Group (Imperial, UCL, Bristol)
- Medical schools
- European universities (Channel Tunnel proximity advantage)
- Edinburgh / St Andrews
Alumni notes
- Old Ashfordians active in UK professions, journalism and the arts
Supporting school records
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Supplementary catalogue notes ·
- Headteacher / principal
- Michael Hall (Head)
- Founded
- 1898
- Religious ethos
- Church of England
- Campus setting
- Urban
- Scholarships / bursaries
- Options indicated; confirm availability and eligibility.
Additional source record ·
- Campus setting
- Mountain
Pupil information
- Total pupils
- 993
- Boys
- 523 · 52.67%
- Girls
- 470 · 47.33%
- Pupils receiving SEN support
- 274 · 27.59%
- Pupils with an EHCP
- 7 · 0.7%
Counts and percentages are reproduced from the directory. SEN means special educational needs; EHCP means Education, Health and Care Plan. A pupil census year is not supplied.
A-Level results
- Results year
- 2025
- Progress score
- 0.18 (Above Average)
- Average grade
- B
- AAB percentage
- 27.00%
Results refer to the year shown. The directory does not provide a cohort size or a full methodology for these measures.
Tuition and costs
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Schoolscout directory record ·
| Attendance | GBP · Period and VAT unverified |
|---|---|
| Day | £5,046 – £8,424 |
| Boarding | £12,483.6 – £17,311.2 |
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Schoolscout directory record ·
What type of school is Ashford School?
Ashford School is a co-educational independent mainstream school for pupils aged 0 to 20, located near Ashford in Kent. The school offers education from Nursery through to Sixth Form, with pathways leading to GCSEs and A Levels.
How do I apply to Ashford School?
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The admissions process usually starts well in advance of entry and may involve assessments and interviews. The school admissions timeline guide outlines key stages and deadlines.
What are the fees at Ashford School?
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Fees at Ashford School are approximately £5,046–£17,311 per term, depending on the year group and whether pupils board. Families can learn more about UK private school fees and what is typically included.
Is Ashford School a day or boarding school?
Pupils at Ashford School can attend as day and boarding.
Is Ashford School selective?
Entry to Ashford School is based on overall fit and, where relevant, academic assessment.
School location and enquiries
- Street address
- East Hill
- Town / locality
- Ashford
- County
- Kent
- Region
- South East
- Postcode
- TN24 8PB
- Country
- United Kingdom
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Supplementary catalogue notes ·
Additional source record ·
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