# Ash Cartwright and Kelsey Church of England Primary School — Canterbury, United Kingdom

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## At a glance

- **Type:** Primary
- **Parent rating:** 4.4/5 from 4 published reviews
- **Founded:** 1721
- **Principal:** Fiona Crascall

## Contact

- **Address:** Ash Cartwright & Kelsey Primary School, School Road, Ash, Canterbury Kent
- **Phone:** 01304 812539
- **Website:** https://www.ashckschool.org
- **SchoolBrowse profile:** https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/canterbury/ash-cartwright-and-kelsey-church-of-england-primary-school-7644

## About

Ash Cartwright and Kelsey is a village school with a long history at being at the heart of the local community and we are proud of our happy, friendly and caring school. We believe in learning together and allowing all children to flourish.

## Official rankings

- **Ofsted (Behaviour and Attitudes):** Good — Sep 2019
- **Ofsted (Early Years Provision):** Good — Sep 2019
- **Ofsted (Leadership and Management):** Good — Sep 2019
- **Ofsted (Overall Effectiveness):** Good — Sep 2019
- **Ofsted (Personal Development):** Good — Sep 2019
- **Ofsted (Quality of Education):** Good — Sep 2019

## Recent parent reviews

- **5/5** — Wonderful School Experience!: We've been truly happy with Ash Cartwright & Kelsey C of E Primary School. The facilities are excellent, especially the outdoor learning areas and the pond. The staff are friendly and supportive, and the school values of Friendship, Joy, Community, Forgiveness, Perseverance and Creation are evident throughout. Our child has thrived in their first year. *(Sep 2023)*
- **5/5** — Excellent Education and Care: We've been impressed with the high standards of education at Ash Cartwright & Kelsey. The teachers are dedicated and caring, and the school's curriculum is well-rounded. The Breakfast Club and After School Club have been a lifesaver for us, and the school uniform is simple and easy to manage. *(Jun 2023)*
- **4/5** — Fantastic School - Great Memories!: My child had a great time at Ash Cartwright & Kelsey. The school's emphasis on outdoor learning was wonderful, and the teachers were always enthusiastic and supportive. I especially appreciated the Restorative Justice approaches, which taught my child valuable skills for life. *(Dec 2022)*
- **3/5** — Some Concerns, But Generally Good: Overall, we've been satisfied with our experience at Ash Cartwright & Kelsey. However, we've had some concerns about the workload and pressure on the children, particularly in Year 5. The PE and Sport provision has been excellent, but we've found the communication from the school to be a bit patchy at times. *(Mar 2022)*

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