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Schools in Ash and Ash Vale

A town in Surrey

  • Town
  • 17 schools and nurseries
  • 2,954 pupils

In short: Most primary schools here are rated Good or better, fewer than across England. Results at 11 are below England, and results at 16 were above England in 2026. Fewer pupils miss a lot of school than across England.

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A red-brick school building under a blue sky

Ash and Ash Vale at a glance

Strong results at 16, weaker primary inspections

How Ash and Ash Vale's schools compare with England, area by area.

DfE and Ofsted data, 2014 to 2026How we work this out
  • Schools and nurseries177 primary · 1 secondary · 9 nurseries
  • Primaries Good or better83%England 96%
  • Met the standard at 1153%England 62%
  • Grade 5 in English and maths52%Attainment 8 51.8, England 46.2
  • Free school meals, primary18%A sign of family income
  • Missed a lot of school17%England 18%
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in Ash and Ash Vale

Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.

All Ash and Ash Vale primary schools

Top Primary Schools in Ash and Ash Vale

7 mainstream schools in Ash and Ash Vale, best first

Holly Lodge Primary Academy

Ash Vale, GU12 5PX · Academy · Primary · Ages 4 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good

Results close to the England average.

65 first choices, 60 offers made

Met the standard at 1163%

England 62%

Days missed
4.5%
Pupils
418
Pupils per teacher
23.9
View school Holly Lodge Primary Academy
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Top Secondary Schools in Ash and Ash Vale

1 mainstream schools in Ash and Ash Vale, best first

Ash Manor School

Ash, GU12 6QH · State · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good

Results above the England average.

222 first choices, 294 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1651.8

England 46.2

Days missed
8.1%
Pupils
1,252
Pupils per teacher
16.3
View school Ash Manor School

Nurseries in Ash and Ash Vale

9 in Ash and Ash Vale, highest Ofsted grade first

See all 9 nurseries
The map

Every school in Ash and Ash Vale, on one map

Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.

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Shawfield Primary School, GoodAsh Grange Nursery and Primary School, GoodSt Paul's CofE Primary School & Nursery, GoodAsh Manor School, GoodMytchett Primary & Nursery Academy, GoodHolly Lodge Primary Academy, GoodWalsh CofE Junior School, Requires improvementWalsh CofE Infant School, Good in every areaTotterdown Preschool, GoodFriends Private Day Nursery - Ash, OutstandingHappy Days Pre-School, GoodTiny Tots Daycare, GoodEmma's Kiddicare Pre-SchoolJack & Jill Nursery, GoodCherryvale Nursery, GoodLittle Fishes @ St Peters, Good
  • Outstanding1
  • Good12
  • Requires improvement1
  • Not graded yet2
Before you apply

Apply through the council where you live

Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.

By age

What's on offer for each age

Pick a stage to see every Ash and Ash Vale school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.

More ways to narrow it down

Here's how Ash and Ash Vale's schools break down by type, faith and more.

Postcodes

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Ash and Ash Vale vs England

How good are Ash and Ash Vale's schools?

Inspections, exam results and attendance, next to the figure for England where we have it.

Worked out by Eduscope from each school's published figures. Not an official statistic for this town.

Numbers that sum up Ash and Ash Vale

Ash and Ash ValeEngland

  • Primaries rated Good or Outstanding

    Latest Ofsted grade, 6 primaries with one.

    83%

    England 96%

    Below England

  • Secondaries rated Good or Outstanding

    1 of the 1 with a grade.

    100%

    England 93%

    Above England

  • Met the expected standard at 11

    Reading, writing and maths.

    53%

    England 62%

    Below England

  • Grade 5 or above in English and maths

    At GCSE.

    52%

  • Pupils who miss a lot of school

    Missed 1 in 10 days or more. Lower is better.

    17%

    England 18%

    Better than England

  • Primary pupils on free school meals

    A sign of family income, not of school quality.

    18%

Ofsted grades

Latest graded inspection for the 7 schools that have one.

86%

Good or Outstanding

  • Outstanding0
  • Good6
  • Requires improvement1
  • Inadequate0

How it has changed

Ash and Ash Vale in blue. There were no tests in 2020 and 2021 because of Covid.

Met the expected standard at 11
Covid gap40%55%70%20182019202320242025
53% in 2025. England now 62% (dashed line).
Grade 5 or above in English and maths
Covid gap30%50%70%2018201920222023202420252026
52% in 2026.
Pupils who miss a lot of school
Covid gap0%15%30%20142015201620172018201920212022202320242025
17% in 2025. England now 18% (dashed line).
Living here

What it's like for families

Ash and Ash Vale has 17 schools and nurseries.

There are 13% more pupils than in 2018.

18% of primary pupils here get free school meals. Schools get extra money for each of them.

Pupil numbers

Pupils in Ash and Ash Vale's state schools each January.

Up 13% since 2018. More children can mean popular schools fill up faster.

Free school meals

Out of every 10 primary pupils, how many get free school meals. It's a sign of family income, not of school quality.

Ash and Ash Vale18%

Dates to know

Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.

  • 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
  • 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
  • 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
  • 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.

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Questions

Questions parents ask about Ash and Ash Vale

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How many schools are in Ash and Ash Vale?

Ash and Ash Vale has 17 schools, including 7 primary schools, 1 secondary school, 9 nurseries. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

What are the best schools in Ash and Ash Vale?

The highest-ranked schools in Ash and Ash Vale on Eduscope are Ash Manor School, Holly Lodge Primary Academy, Ash Grange Nursery and Primary School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.

What percentage of schools in Ash and Ash Vale are rated Good or Outstanding?

86% of inspected schools in Ash and Ash Vale hold a Good or Outstanding Ofsted rating, which is below the England average of 94.8%. This includes 0 schools rated Outstanding and 6 rated Good.

How do primary schools in Ash and Ash Vale perform at Key Stage 2?

Across primary schools in Ash and Ash Vale, 53% of pupils meet the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at Key Stage 2. This is based on the latest published results from the Department for Education.

What is the average pupil-teacher ratio in Ash and Ash Vale?

The average pupil-teacher ratio across schools in Ash and Ash Vale is 18.8:1. While not a direct measure of class size, this indicates the level of teaching resource available per pupil. Across England it is 17.9:1.

What is the persistent absence rate in Ash and Ash Vale schools?

The persistent absence rate across schools in Ash and Ash Vale is 16.7%. A pupil is classed as persistently absent if they miss 10% or more of school sessions. Across England it is 18.1%.

How many pupils attend schools in Ash and Ash Vale?

There are 2,954 pupils enrolled across schools in Ash and Ash Vale, with 1,702 in primary and 1,252 in secondary. 18.8% of pupils are eligible for free school meals.

How do I choose the right school in Ash and Ash Vale?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 17 schools in Ash and Ash Vale by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.

Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.

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