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What is Finberry Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Finberry Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted (inspected 2024).

Where is Finberry Primary School located?

Finberry Primary School is located in Ashford, Kent, South East, TN25 7GS.

What age range does Finberry Primary School serve?

Finberry Primary School serves students aged 2 to 11.

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Finberry Primary School — Ofsted Rating, Results & School Data

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About Finberry Primary School

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In terms of academic performance, Finberry Primary School has 77% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2.

The school has 193 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 23.5%, 20% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 6.6%.

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OfstedGood · 2024KS2 expected77%Attendance93.4%

Profile completeness: 5 of 8 data domains · Good coverage

Exam & assessment results
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6.7

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Computed from 15 government data points. Not based on student reviews.

Solid54% data coverage

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Latest government data shown is for the 2024/25 academic year; some figures cover earlier years.

Is it a fit?

What kind of school is Finberry Primary School?

The practical facts that decide whether a school suits your family — at a glance.

Ages: 2–11
Intake: Co-ed
Admissions: Non-selective (state)
Character: Non-faith
Size: 193 pupils
SEN support: 23% of pupils

Likely a good fit for

Solid primary foundations — 77% reach the expected standard in reading, writing & maths.
Pupils who need extra support — 23% are on SEN support, above the typical share (~13%).

Based on the latest government data. Every child is different — use this as a starting point, not a verdict.

The area around this school

Environment score: 60/100

Good surroundings

Air quality74/100

Transport access10/100

Results, finance & Ofsted — in depth

Key Stage 2 Results at Finberry Primary School

At Finberry Primary School, 77% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths combined at the end of Key Stage 2.

80% met the expected standard in reading and 80% in maths.

Attendance at Finberry Primary School

Finberry Primary School has an overall absence rate of 6.6%. The national average for primary schools was approximately 6.0% (DfE, 2023/24).

Staff and Finance at Finberry Primary School

The teacher turnover rate at Finberry Primary School is 23.5%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.

Demographics at Finberry Primary School

Finberry Primary School has 193 pupils on roll.

20% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.

23% of pupils receive SEN (Special Educational Needs) support or have an Education, Health and Care plan.

Finberry Primary School Ofsted Rating: Good

Finberry Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in January 2024 (2 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Finberry Primary School is next inspection expected around 2028.

A "Good" rating means Ofsted found the school provides a high standard of education across all areas assessed. It has historically been the most common Ofsted rating.

Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Finberry Primary School's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.

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