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Ashford School

Co-ed

Esse Quam Videri

(To be, rather than to seem to be)

Christian Values
Pre-Nursery - Year 13 (Upper Sixth) (Ages 2-18)
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Ashford School is a co-educational independent day and boarding school situated across two campuses in Ashford, Kent. It caters to students aged 3 months to 18 years. The school claims to focus on "Inspiring Minds" and an educational philosophy that prioritizes student well-being as a foundation for success. It is affiliated with the United Church Schools Trust and is a member of the Headmasters' and Headmistresses' Conference (HMC). The school is located near Ashford International station, offering strong transport links.

Selectivity:
Non-selective
Boarding:
Full Boarding
Weekly Boarding
Flexi Boarding
Ad-Hoc Boarding

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Last updated on 11 February 2026 (not all data elements were necessarily updated on this date)

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Fees (Day Pupils)

Vs. National Average

-18.1%

Ashford School's fees are 18.1% lower than the national average.

Vs. County Average

-13.4%

Ashford School's fees are 13.4% lower than the county average.

Based on 30 schools in Kent and 259 nationally.

Note: based on core termly fees including mandatory lunch and learning materials charges but excluding any discounts or other additional charges for extra-curriculars, registration, etc. Please check the schools' official websites for full fees and charges.

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Details

Demonym:Ashfordian
Founded:1898
Gender Mix:Co-ed (Approx. 53%/47% Boy/Girl)
Boarder Mix:Approx. 9.6% of pupils are boarders
School Size: Approx. 993 pupils
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Registered Charity No.:313999
Registered Company No.:00018582
Owner/Stakeholder: United Learning (owner)
Qualifications/Certifications Offered:
A Level
BTEC
Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)
GCSE
IGCSE
Bursaries offered: Yes
Means-tested bursaries are available for students at 11+, 13+, and 16+, considering family income and assets. Academic ability is a factor. Boarding bursaries cover day tuition only. Clergy bursaries and Ashford School Foundation support are also offered.
Sports Facilities:
3G Pitch
Astroturf Pitch
Athletics Track
Badminton Court
Basketball Court
Cricket Grounds
Football Pitch
Gym (Strength & Conditioning)
Hockey Pitch
Netball Courts
Playing Fields
Rounders
Rugby Pitch
Sports Hall
Squash Court
Swimming Pool (Indoor)
Table Tennis
Tennis Court
Volleyball Court
Water Polo
Other Facilities:
Dance Studio
Health Centre
Library
Music Studio
Pupil Café
Recital Hall
Theatre
Wellbeing Suite

Contact Information

Address

Ashford School, East Hill, Ashford, Kent, TN24 8PB

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General Enquiries

01233 625171

Admissions

01233 625171