The John Wesley Church of England Methodist Voluntary Aided Primary School — Primary School in Ashford

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The John Wesley Church of England Methodist Voluntary Aided Primary School

Ashford, TN23 5LW

434 Pupils

420 Capacity

4–11 Age Range

20.70% FSM %

213 Boys

221 Girls

About The John Wesley Church of England Methodist Voluntary Aided Primary School

Located in Ashford (TN23 5LW), The John Wesley Church of England Methodist Voluntary Aided Primary School is a mixed-gender Primary school for pupils aged 4–11 with a Church of England/Methodist character, classified as Local authority maintained schools and situated within the local authority of Kent.

It has 434 pupils on roll. School capacity: 420. Current headteacher: Rachael Harrington.

Data for The John Wesley Church of England Methodist Voluntary Aided Primary School comes from the Department for Education's official establishment register. For the most up-to-date admissions or contact details, visit the school directly.

School Details

Establishment Type	Voluntary aided school
Type Group	Local authority maintained schools
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	Kent
Region	South East
Administrative District	Ashford
Parliamentary Constituency	Ashford
Ward	Washford
Urban / Rural	Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Not applicable
Religious Character	Church of England/Methodist
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	No boarders
Sixth Form	Does not have a sixth form
Nursery Provision	No Nursery Classes
Opened	01-09-2007
UKPRN	10069422
URN	133627
Data Last Updated	16-03-2026

Governors & Trustees (12)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mr Alan Luxton	Chair of Governors	06/02/2023	05/02/2027	Elected by parents
The Revd Cathie Aldis-- Saunders	Governor	12/11/2018	—	Ex-officio foundation governor (appointed by foundation by virtue of the office they hold)
Ms Laura Allmark	Governor	17/06/2025	16/06/2029	Elected by parents
Mr David Challoner	Governor	01/09/2017	31/08/2025	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Cathy Clark	Governor	23/04/2019	22/04/2027	Elected by school staff
Mr Rob Gaygan	Governor	25/05/2022	25/05/2026	Appointed by GB/board
Miss Rachael Harrington	Governor	23/04/2019	—	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Mr Tom Lewis	Governor	09/09/2020	08/09/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Ms Michelle McHenry	Governor	13/12/2023	13/12/2027	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mr Andy Richardson	Governor	23/06/2025	22/06/2029	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Julia Robinson	Governor	07/02/2019	06/02/2027	Nominated by LA and appointed by GB
Revd Andrian Roux	Governor	01/09/2024	—	Ex-officio foundation governor (appointed by foundation by virtue of the office they hold)

Schools Nearby

Great Chart Primary School

0.51 km • ASHFORD

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Beaver Green Primary School

0.64 km • Ashford

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Chilmington Green Primary School

1.15 km • Ashford

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The John Wallis Church of England Academy

1.29 km • Ashford

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Ashford Oaks Community Primary School

1.37 km • Ashford

Other

The Wyvern School (Buxford)

1.37 km • Ashford

Other

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is The John Wesley Church of England Methodist Voluntary Aided Primary School?

The John Wesley Church of England Methodist Voluntary Aided Primary School is a Voluntary aided school (group: Local authority maintained schools) in Ashford, Kent.

How many pupils does The John Wesley Church of England Methodist Voluntary Aided Primary School have?

The John Wesley Church of England Methodist Voluntary Aided Primary School has 434 pupils, with a capacity of 420.

What is the age range at The John Wesley Church of England Methodist Voluntary Aided Primary School?

The John Wesley Church of England Methodist Voluntary Aided Primary School caters for pupils aged 4 to 11.

Is The John Wesley Church of England Methodist Voluntary Aided Primary School a faith school?

Yes, The John Wesley Church of England Methodist Voluntary Aided Primary School has a Church of England/Methodist religious character.

Who is the headteacher at The John Wesley Church of England Methodist Voluntary Aided Primary School?

The Headteacher at The John Wesley Church of England Methodist Voluntary Aided Primary School is Miss Rachael Harrington.

Where is The John Wesley Church of England Methodist Voluntary Aided Primary School located?

The John Wesley Church of England Methodist Voluntary Aided Primary School is at Wesley School Road, Cuckoo Lane, Ashford, TN23 5LW, in the Kent local authority, South East.

Does The John Wesley Church of England Methodist Voluntary Aided Primary School have a sixth form?

Sixth form at The John Wesley Church of England Methodist Voluntary Aided Primary School: Does not have a sixth form.

Is The John Wesley Church of England Methodist Voluntary Aided Primary School currently open?

The John Wesley Church of England Methodist Voluntary Aided Primary School is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Miss Rachael Harrington

Wesley School Road, Cuckoo Lane, Ashford, TN23 5LW

01233614660

www.john-wesley.org.uk

Location

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Quick Summary

URN 133627

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026