Best Schools 2024
Best Secondary Schools in Kent
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Stone Lodge School
Stone Lodge School is a co-educational secondary school located in Stone, South East. Established in 2019, the school offers a well-balanced education for students aged 11-19 years. With a student-teacher ratio of 18:1, the school provides individual attention and support. The school has a sixth form and a total of 418 students, with 92% eligible for free school meals. With a dedicated team of 12.8 full-time teachers and 3 assistant teachers, Stone Lodge School focuses on providing a nurturing environment for all students, regardless of their background or first language proficiency.
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School of Science and Technology Maidstone
School of Science and Technology Maidstone is a co-ed secondary school located in Boxley, South East. Founded in 2020, the school offers a rich curriculum with a focus on reading. With exceptional leadership and support for students with special educational needs, the school ensures a positive learning environment. The school has a strong emphasis on vocabulary development and celebrates student achievements, such as Briony's honourable mention in the Spanish category. With effective safeguarding measures in place, parents can trust in their child's education at SST.1 schools in compare list -
The Holmesdale School
The Holmesdale School is a co-educational secondary school located in Snodland, South East. With a dedicated headteacher and a well-established sixth form, the school offers a supportive learning environment for students aged 11-18. Specializing in providing education for students with Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD), the school prioritizes individualized support and inclusive practices.1 schools in compare list -
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Leigh Academy Rainham
Leigh Academy Rainham is a co-educational secondary school located in Medway. Led by Mrs Alexandra Millward, the school provides a nurturing environment for students aged 11-19. With a focus on the well-being and academic success of each student, Leigh Academy Rainham offers a sixth form, catering to a diverse range of abilities. With a small school size and a strong commitment to inclusivity, the academy ensures that all students have equal opportunities to thrive. With 30% of students eligible for free school meals, Leigh Academy Rainham provides support and resources to ensure every child can reach their full potential.1 schools in compare list -
Snowfields Academy
Snowfields Academy is a co-educational secondary school located in Boxley, South East. Founded in 2020, the school offers a nurturing and inclusive environment for students aged 11-18. With a small class size of 140, our dedicated staff ensures personalized attention and support. We have a thriving sixth form, providing a comprehensive education pathway for students. With 25% of students eligible for free school meals, Snowfields Academy prioritizes inclusivity and equal opportunities for all.1 schools in compare list -
Barton Manor School
Barton Manor School is a co-ed secondary school located in Canterbury, South East. With a dedicated and experienced headteacher, Ms Kirstin Cardus, the school offers a comprehensive education for students aged 11-19. Boasting a well-rounded curriculum and a supportive learning environment, Barton Manor School aims to nurture each student's unique potential and prepare them for their future endeavors.1 schools in compare list -
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Parkwood Hall Co-Operative Academy
Parkwood Hall Co-Operative Academy is a nurturing and inclusive school in Swanley, South East. With a student teacher ratio of 5:1, the school provides exceptional support for students with special educational needs. The leadership team ensures a high quality of education, and there is a strong focus on safeguarding. Parents and carers are extremely satisfied with the school's work, and pupils make good progress over time. The school also offers ambitious plans to develop provision for training and work experience.
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Heath Farm School
Heath Farm School is an all-through co-educational school located in Charing Heath, South East. Founded in 1988, the school provides a nurturing environment for students aged 5-19. With a strong focus on social, emotional, and mental health support, the school helps students thrive academically and personally. Led by Mr Jason Pearn, the school ensures high-quality education, good behavior, and personal development. With a small and close-knit community of 101 students, including 83 boys and 18 girls, Heath Farm School offers a safe and inclusive learning environment for every student.1 schools in compare list -
Beech Grove School
Beech Grove School is a Christian co-educational boarding school located in Nonington, South East. With a strong emphasis on Christian values, the school provides a nurturing and respectful environment for students aged 4-19. The dedicated teachers have good subject knowledge and prioritize the well-being and development of each student. The school's outstanding behavior and attitudes reflect the kindness and respect exhibited by pupils. With a good overall effectiveness rating from Ofsted, Beech Grove School ensures effective arrangements for safeguarding. Although there are occasional challenges with teacher input, the school consistently strives for improvement. Furthermore, the school offers vocational elements in its curriculum, with room for further development. Overall, Beech Grove School is a place where students can thrive academically, emotionally, and spiritually.1 schools in compare list -
Helen Allison School
Helen Allison School is an all-through co-educational school located in Meopham, South East. With a history dating back to 1970, the school provides education for students aged 5-19 with Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Severe Learning Difficulty (SLD). The school has achieved a 'Good' rating in the Ofsted report, with outstanding behavior, attitudes, and personal development. With a small student body of 80, including a sixth form, the school offers a nurturing and supportive learning environment for its students.
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Caldecott Foundation School
Caldecott Foundation School is an all-through co-educational boarding school located in Smeeth, South East. With a small class size of 85 students, the school provides a nurturing environment for children aged 5-18. Led by Headteacher Miss Stacey McShane, the school focuses on social, emotional and mental health support for students. With good overall effectiveness, leadership and management, teaching quality, and pupil outcomes, Caldecott Foundation School is dedicated to providing a high-quality education for every child.
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The Sallygate School
The Sallygate School is a co-ed middle deemed secondary school located in Kearsney Manor, South East. It was founded in 2011 and has a small student population of 44, providing a supportive and inclusive environment for children aged 8-17 with social, emotional, and mental health difficulties. With an outstanding reputation for behavior, attitudes, and personal development, the school offers a highly integrated therapeutic community to ensure the best outcomes for its students. The Sallygate School meets the independent school standards, providing a high-quality education and helping children improve their outcomes and reach their full potential.
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Cornfields School
Cornfields School is an outstanding middle deemed secondary school located in Ashford. With a highly nurturing ethos, the school provides a personalised approach to learning that addresses each student's needs exceptionally well. Students develop positive relationships and benefit from a high-quality education, making Cornfields School an excellent choice for parents.1 schools in compare list -
City of Rochester School
City of Rochester School is a co-ed all-through school located in Cliffe and Cliffe Woods, South East. With an outstanding focus on personal development and leadership, the school provides a good quality education for students aged 5-18. Under the exceptional leadership of Mrs Alicja Emmett, the school has shown remarkable improvement since its previous inspection.
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Great Oaks Small School
Great Oaks Small School is a secondary school in Minster, South East. With a total of 37 students, the school offers a co-ed education for ages 11-19. Led by Ms Julie-Anne Kelly, the school prides itself on its outstanding personal development, as well as good overall effectiveness and quality of education. The school meets the independent school standards and offers neurodevelopmental therapy for students with learning disabilities and psychological issues. Graduating as well-rounded individuals, students are prepared to make valuable contributions to society.
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Cross Keys Learning
Cross Keys Learning is a secondary school located in Broadstairs and St. Peters, South East. With a small student population of 27, the school provides a nurturing and inclusive environment for students aged 11 to 17. While it requires improvement in some areas according to the Ofsted report, the school excels in fostering good behaviour, personal development, and positive attitudes among its students. Led by Mr. Marvin Simpson, the school prioritizes the overall well-being and progress of each student, ensuring a quality education and preparing them for success in their GCSE exams.1 schools in compare list -
Pier View Academy
Pier View Academy is a co-educational secondary school located in Gravesham, South East. Established in 2012, the school provides a high quality of education to students aged 11-25 years. With a small class size of 30 students, Pier View Academy offers a supportive and inclusive learning environment. Under the leadership of Mrs Debbie Pardey, the school has achieved a Good rating in all aspects, including overall effectiveness, quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and leadership and management. The school also meets the independent school standards. Pier View Academy focuses on academic excellence, with a significant percentage of students achieving GCSE grades 4 or higher. With its commitment to providing a well-rounded education, Pier View Academy ensures that every student receives the necessary support and guidance to reach their full potential.1 schools in compare list -
Ferndearle
Ferndearle School is an all-through co-ed school founded in 2008. With a focus on social, emotional, and mental health, we provide care, education, and therapy to students aged 5-17. Our small class size and dedicated staff ensure personalized attention for each student.1 schools in compare list -
The Old Priory School
The Old Priory School is a co-ed secondary school located in Ramsgate, South East. Established in 1997, the school provides education to students aged 11-16. With a small student body of 24, the school prioritizes personal development and has been rated outstanding in this aspect. Although the school requires improvement in overall effectiveness and quality of education, it meets the independent school standards. The school offers support for students with social, emotional, and mental health needs.
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The Quest School
The Quest School is an outstanding all-through school located in Yalding, South East. With a focus on providing exceptional education for children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), the school offers highly personalised learning programmes and expert support for students' learning and personal development. The school's dedication to inclusive and supportive atmosphere, combined with its well-established routines and positive relationships with pupils and families, ensures a calm and engaging learning environment. With outstanding Ofsted ratings and a track record of meeting independent school standards, The Quest School provides exceptional personal development opportunities and prepares students for successful integration into mainstream community life.
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