Chilmington Green Secondary School: A Guide for Parents

A new secondary school for Chilmington Green

Chilmington Green School has been built specifically to serve the growing Chilmington Green community and the surrounding area of Ashford. As one of the area’s newest schools, it is intended to give local families a strong, modern option for secondary education.

For families already at Chilmington Green Primary School, having a brand-new secondary on the doorstep is a significant benefit. It shortens the school journey, supports continuity from primary to secondary, and helps tie the wider community together.

Where is the school?

The school sits within the Chilmington Green community in Ashford, Kent, designed to be reachable for local families on foot, by bike and by car.

The location matters because secondary-age children typically travel further than primary-age children, often independently. Walking and cycling routes around the campus are part of the masterplan’s emphasis on healthier travel.

What facilities does the school have?

• Specialist teaching spaces for science and design
• Indoor and outdoor sports facilities
• Modern classrooms and learning areas
• Spaces for the wider community to use where appropriate
• Modern, well-equipped IT and learning technology
• Outdoor areas designed for both teaching and play

A focus on sustainability

The school has been designed with sustainability in mind, including features that reduce energy use and support a healthier learning environment.

That focus is more than a marketing line. Modern school buildings can have significantly lower running costs and a much smaller carbon footprint than older estates - money that can be redirected into teaching and learning over time.

Admissions and school visits

Always check the current admissions arrangements directly with the school and Kent County Council. Open events and tours give families a chance to see the building and meet staff.

Living within the local catchment does not automatically guarantee a place. Each year, the demand from neighbouring areas, sibling links and the school’s own admissions policy all influence how places are allocated. Open evenings are especially useful for Year 6 families weighing up secondary options.

Why the secondary school matters locally

For a community planned for thousands of new homes, a strong, well-located secondary school is essential. It supports family life, reduces long school journeys and gives the area a stronger sense of identity.

Without a local secondary, families would face longer commutes and the area would feel less complete. The combination of a new secondary, an established primary school, the CMO and the wider green space network is part of what makes Chilmington Green feel like a community rather than just an estate.

Sixth form and post-16 options

Post-16 provision in Ashford includes sixth forms at other secondary schools and further education at college, alongside apprenticeships and training. Always check directly with each provider for the latest options, entry requirements and open events. Travel routes and bus services play a real role in keeping these options realistic for local students.

School travel and safety

For most secondary students, the school journey involves more independence - walking, cycling or catching a bus. The local road network around Chilmington Green is shaped by the wider Ashford context, including the postponed A28 Chart Road improvement scheme. Talk to your child about their route, walk it together if possible, and review it as their independence grows.

What parents should watch

• Future Ofsted inspections and reports
• Admissions changes as the community grows
• School travel routes and safety
• Curriculum updates, GCSE options and post-16 pathways
• Pastoral and SEND support, and how the school engages with parents

Official links

• Chilmington Green School website
• Welcome to Secondary School
• Contact the school