Stowting Church of England Primary School
Stowting Hill, Stowting, Ashford, TN25 6BEOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Stowting Church of England Primary School is a primary school in Ashford for ages 4 to 11. It is one of the 692 schools in Kent. It ranks 4th of 38 primary schools in Ashford. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in November 2019.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 12 November 2019, report published 27 November 2019
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Outstanding
- Personal development
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 3 June 2025
Pupils are eager and respectful. They are highly engaged in learning and relish the curriculum's ambitious topics. The school has high aspirations for pupils, and they achieve well. Pupils feel inspired by the knowledge they gain. They are proud of their accomplishments and ready for their next stage of education. Pupils enjoy attending this friendly school. They feel safe and welcome the school's principles of shared respect. Open and honest communication between pupils and staff builds robust, caring relationships. This positivity is reflected in pupils' exceptionally strong attitudes to school. If pupils have worries or concerns, they are assured that staff will help them. Pupils behave well and are kind to each other. They demonstrate the inclusive spirit of the school and show high standards of manners and politeness. Consequently, learning proceeds smoothly. Pupils thrive in this exceptional school. They strive to treat others as they wish to be treated. Pupils relish their part in an increasingly diverse school community. They welcome and understand difference and diversity. Pupils and staff are united in their devotion to the school's values. Both staff and pupils share an expectation that everyone is compassionate and gives their best efforts.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
13 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
106 pupils on roll, with places for 105
Schools near Stowting Church of England Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brabourne Church of England Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 87% met the expected standard |
| Bodsham Church of England Primary School | 2 miles | Report card: Needs attention to strong standard | 79% met the expected standard |
| Lyminge Church of England Primary School | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 50% met the expected standard |
| Sellindge Primary School | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 48% met the expected standard |
| Smeeth Community Primary School | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 62% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mr Peter Hygate
- Phone
- 01303862375
- Address
- Stowting Hill, Stowting, Ashford, TN25 6BE
- Local authority
- Kent
- URN
- 118682
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.