The Ashcombe School is a larger-than-average secondary school. The proportion of disabled pupils and those who have special educational needs is well below average. The proportion of students who are eligible for pupil premium funding (additional funding provided to help meet their needs) is well below average. The large majority of students are White British. A few students study at Reigate Valley College and a small minority study for a day a week at East Surrey College. The school has ‘leadership partner’ status. The headteacher supports a wide range of schools across the country. He specialises in helping others understand information about students’ progress. The school meets the current government floor standards.