St Giles' CofE (Aided) Infant School
Dene Road, Ashtead, KT21 1EAOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
St Giles' CofE (Aided) Infant School is a primary school in Ashtead for ages 5 to 7. It is one of the 512 schools in Surrey. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in April 2023.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 25 April 2023, report published 26 June 2023
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Good
- Personal development
- Outstanding
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 25 April 2023
Pupils are proud of what they learn and achieve at St Giles'. Every pupil is known as an individual, and staff expect all pupils to succeed and flourish. This includes pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), who receive carefully tailored support. Leaders have high expectations for pupils. They are supported by extensive opportunities to enrich their learning. Pupils of all ages enjoy taking part in arts festivals, music workshops and 'reading week'. These help them to build character and confidence well. Pupils embrace the school's values. They learn to be kind and considerate towards others. This creates a positive atmosphere in classrooms and the playground. Although a few pupils find it more difficult to concentrate at times, most pupils behave sensibly and calmly. All pupils know that they are safe and well cared for. They are confident to speak to adults about any concerns they might have. Bullying is not tolerated. There is a variety of ways for pupils to lead and contribute to the life of the school. Through the faith, school and eco councils, they encounter thought-provoking issues. This helps pupils to feel part of a genuine community.
What the school should improve
- In some subjects, teachers do not always identify pupils' misconceptions accurately. This leads to gaps in the knowledge and understanding of some pupils. Leaders should ensure that teachers identify and address misconceptions swiftly and accurately.
- Despite leaders' efforts, too many pupils are persistently absent. This leads to some pupils missing out on vital learning. Leaders should ensure that their methods for ensuring all pupils attend regularly are effective.
Pupil numbers and mix
50 pupils on roll, with places for 90
Schools near St Giles' CofE (Aided) Infant School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Greville Primary School | 0.4 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good to outstanding | 75% met the expected standard |
| West Ashtead Primary Academy | 0.7 miles | Report card: Expected standard | 66% met the expected standard |
| Barnett Wood Infant School | 0.8 miles | Ofsted judgements: Outstanding | Not published |
| St Peter's Catholic Primary School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Outstanding | Not published |
| Little Downsend Leatherhead | 1 mile | No Ofsted inspection | Not published |
School details
- School type
- Voluntary aided school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 5 to 7
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mrs Mercy Atkins
- Phone
- 01372272017
- Address
- Dene Road, Ashtead, KT21 1EA
- Local authority
- Surrey
- URN
- 125190
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.