Ashford School is an international school in Ashford, United Kingdom. Founded in 1918. It serves 993 students.
Location & getting here
Market town in South East England with established local character; quieter than London yet accessible for commuting families; pleasant community setting for international families seeking non-urban location.
Nearest airports
Framed for international families — drive times are from the school, not the city centre.
| Airport | Distance | Drive from school | International note |
|---|---|---|---|
| London City | 70 km | ~101 min | — |
| Gatwick | 74 km | ~106 min | LGW — good for SE Asia, Middle East via BA/EK/QR |
| Stansted | 93 km | ~131 min | STN — European and budget carriers |
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Key facts
Fees & the true cost of attendance
Published fees · inclusive of VAT
| Phase | Per term | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Reception to Year 2 (Day) | £5,045.4 | £15,136.2 |
| Year 3-6 (Day) | £7,178.8 | £21,536.4 |
| Year 7-13 (Day) | £8,423.4 | £25,270.2 |
| Full Boarding (7 nights) | £17,310.6 | £51,931.8 |
| Weekly Boarding (5 nights) | £12,483 | £37,449 |
Compulsory extras (on top of tuition)
| Item | Frequency | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lunch | Per year | £1,071 |
| Registration Fee (Prep School & Senior School) | One-time | £145 |
Budget beyond the sticker price. Assume the real annual spend is 5–15% higher than the headline fee. Hidden costs typically include: registration fee, acceptance deposit (usually one term's fees, refundable at the end of schooling), uniform + sports kit, trips and expeditions, individual music tuition, exam entry fees, travel to/from home.
Ask the Bursar for a sample "all-in" first-year invoice before committing.
What Makes This School Different
Academic Results
Admissions
| Entry point | Assessment | Assessment date | Registration deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursery | Not specified | — | — |
| Reception (Year 1) | Not specified | — | — |
| 11+ (Year 7) | Not specified | — | — |
| 13+ (Year 9) | Not specified | — | — |
| Sixth Form (Year 12) | Not specified | — | — |
What you'll need to submit
- Acceptance Form
- Medical declaration
Admissions contact: Ashford Senior School: +44 (0)1233 625171; Ashford Prep School: +44 (0)1233 620493
Admissions process details not provided in crawled content. Deposit required: £500 for day pupils, one term's fees for boarding pupils.
Why Families Choose
- Sport
- Academic
Student Demographics
School Background
Christian