Ashley Infant School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 4-7 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Lower Ashley Road Ashley New Milton Hampshire BH25 5AA |
| Reference Number | 115855 |
Ashley Infant School continues to maintain the good standards noted in its previous inspections, showcasing a strong commitment to both the academic and social development of its pupils. The school fosters a nurturing environment where pupils are encouraged to grow and learn together, promoting inclusivity and diversity, particularly through its specially resourced provision for students with special educational needs. The school’s dedicated approach to the curriculum and community engagement allows pupils to thrive and enjoy their educational experiences.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 171 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 50.29%
Girls: 49.71% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 27.5% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 16.4% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 19 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 21.9 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 29 | 26 | 55 |
| 2 | 35 | 30 | 65 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 78.4% |
| Indian | 8.2% |
| White, Other | 5.3% |
| African | 3.5% |
| White & Asian | 1.8% |
| Asian, Other | 1.8% |
| Chinese | 0.6% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 18 Mar 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 18 Mar 2025 | School inspection |
| 26 Mar 2019 | Short inspection |
| 24 Mar 2015 | Full inspection: |
| 07 Jan 2011 | Interim assessment |
| 31 Jan 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 06 Oct 2003 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong commitment to pupils' social and academic achievements
- Effective and inclusive teaching practices, especially for SEND students
- Positive and respectful pupil behavior in and out of class
- Nurturing environment that encourages diverse interactions among pupils
- Well-structured curriculum that enhances learning and community engagement
- Effective phonics teaching and early reading initiatives
- Good use of local resources to enrich the curriculum
Areas for Improvement
- Ambitious curriculum in foundation subjects not fully realized in practice
- Some pupils do not readily remember the intended learning
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 23 | 3 |
| Third Preference | 11 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 1 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Ashley Junior School
Normans Way, Ashley Road, Ashley, New Milton, Hampshire, BH25 5FN |
0.26 miles |
|
Hordle CofE (VA) Primary School
Hordle Lane, Hordle, Lymington, Hampshire, SO41 0FB |
1.02 miles |
|
New Milton Junior School
Old Milton Road, New Milton, Hampshire, BH25 6DS |
1.25 miles |
|
New Milton Infant School
Lymington Road, New Milton, Hampshire, BH25 6PZ |
1.26 miles |
|
Tiptoe Primary School
Wootton Road, Tiptoe, Lymington, Hampshire, SO41 6FU |
1.57 miles |
|
St Luke's Church of England Primary School
West Beams Road, Sway, Lymington, Hampshire, SO41 6AE |
2.36 miles |
|
Milford-on-Sea Church of England Primary School
Lymington Road, Milford-on-Sea, Lymington, Hampshire, SO41 0RF |
2.61 miles |
|
Our Lady and St Joseph Catholic Primary School - the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools
83a Ramley Road, Pennington, Lymington, Hampshire, SO41 8GY |
2.83 miles |
|
Highcliffe St Mark Primary School
Greenways, Highcliffe, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 5AZ |
3.1 miles |
|
Pennington Church of England Primary School
Priestlands Road, Pennington, Lymington, Hampshire, SO41 8HX |
3.44 miles |
|
Lymington Junior School
Avenue Road, Lymington, Hampshire, SO41 9GP |
3.8 miles |
|
Lymington Church of England Infant School
Avenue Road, Lymington, Hampshire, SO41 9GP |
3.89 miles |
|
Bransgore Church of England Primary School
Ringwood Road, Bransgore, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 8JH |
4.34 miles |
|
William Gilpin Church of England Primary School
Pilley Hill, Boldre, Lymington, Hampshire, SO41 5QG |
4.59 miles |
|
Walhampton School
|
4.65 miles |
|
Brockenhurst Church of England Primary School & Pre-School
Sway Road, Brockenhurst Ce Primary & Pre-School, Brockenhurst, Hampshire, SO42 7RX |
4.81 miles |
|
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Christchurch
Dorset Road, Somerford, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 3DA |
4.88 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Ballard School
Fernhill Lane, New Milton, BH25 5SU |
1.05 miles |
|
The Arnewood School
Gore Road, New Milton, Hampshire, BH25 6RS |
1.3 miles |
|
Durlston Court School
Becton Lane, New Milton, BH25 7AQ |
1.43 miles |
|
Priestlands School
North Street, Pennington, Lymington, Hampshire, SO41 8FZ |
3.6 miles |
|
Highcliffe School
Parkside, Highcliffe, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 4QD |
3.83 miles |
|
Hill House School
Rope Hill, Boldre, Lymington, Hampshire, SO41 8NE |
4.01 miles |
|
Southlands School
Vicars Hill, Boldre, Lymington, Hampshire, SO41 5QB |
4.37 miles |