The Quest School - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
The Quest School
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The Quest School
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- Yalding TN12 6PY
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| The quality of education | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Outstanding |
| Does the school meet the independent school standards? | Yes |
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Academic Progress: Pupils master their learning before moving on due to well-planned and sequenced individual programs.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils love to attend school, exhibit complex behavior managed well by staff, resulting in a calm, purposeful environment.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Struggling pupils are well supported, leading to swift improvements in attendance.
Teacher Engagement: Staff professional development is taken seriously, with individualized training programs supporting their roles.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Applied behaviour analysis ensures teaching consistency, giving staff valuable insights into pupils' learning and behaviors.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Teaching staff consists of teachers and highly qualified supervisors delivering consistent and effective learning programs.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Staff work closely with parents and carers to understand pupils' needs accurately.
Communication with Parents: Regular communication ensures parents are involved in the learning process and understand pupil needs.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents’ views were considered, and they are involved in deciding how the school operates.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders take concerns seriously, ensuring rigorous actions and support systems are in place for pupil well-being.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Trustees and leaders are ambitious, regularly visit, and ensure the school meets high standards consistently.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Bullying is never an issue, with staff knowing pupils well and supporting them effectively.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Pupils benefit from well-established routines, ensuring a calm learning environment.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Regular, effective safeguarding training ensures staff are vigilant and alert to pupils' needs.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Pupils participate in a wide range of experiences, such as preparing for the Christmas show.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Staff support pupils in various activities, ensuring balanced development as well-rounded individuals.
Outdoor Facilities: Facilities at The Hop Farm are well-utilized to enhance learning and development.
Career Counselling Services: Pupils receive impartial careers advice and achieve qualifications, preparing them well for adulthood.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: All pupils move on to suitable education, training, or specialist settings, being very well prepared for the next steps.
Support for SEND: A range of therapies and approaches, including ABA, speech, and language therapy, support pupils with SEND effectively.
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The Quest School is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Kent, South East.
It has 24 students from age 5-19 yr.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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For the purpose of offering a specialised school for children with autism, The Quest School was established in September 2003.
Autism affects children and adolescents differently, and they and their families should receive an education that is appropriate for them.
The students are the priority at Quest School, and we work to maximise their chances of accessing and integrating into mainstream community life to the fullest extent feasible, for the benefit of both themselves and their families.
The Quest School is dedicated to provide an atmosphere that is totally inclusive and that recognises and accommodates a variety of needs.
We foster a supportive, upbeat atmosphere where children feel good about themselves, are engaged in engaging activities, and are inspired to learn.
We provide our students with a comprehensive and varied educational experience while keeping a sharp focus on abilities that are crucial for their personal growth and wellbeing, including communication, behaviour, and independence skills.
We have a unique teaching approach that is founded on the fundamental ideas of behaviour science, and our curriculum is tailored individually to meet the needs of each of our students.
The Quest School is controlled by a Board of Management and overseen by an independent Board of Trustees. It is a registered charity that is "non-profit making."
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Autism affects children and adolescents differently, and they and their families should receive an education that is appropriate for them.
The students are the priority at Quest School, and we work to maximise their chances of accessing and integrating into mainstream community life to the fullest extent feasible, for the benefit of both themselves and their families.
The Quest School is dedicated to provide an atmosphere that is totally inclusive and that recognises and accommodates a variety of needs.
We foster a supportive, upbeat atmosphere where children feel good about themselves, are engaged in engaging activities, and are inspired to learn.
We provide our students with a comprehensive and varied educational experience while keeping a sharp focus on abilities that are crucial for their personal growth and wellbeing, including communication, behaviour, and independence skills.
We have a unique teaching approach that is founded on the fundamental ideas of behaviour science, and our curriculum is tailored individually to meet the needs of each of our students.
The Quest School is controlled by a Board of Management and overseen by an independent Board of Trustees. It is a registered charity that is "non-profit making."
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| Phase of Education | All-through | All-through | All-through |
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| Type | Special Schools | Special Schools | Special Schools |
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Outstanding | Outstanding |
| Age range | 5-19 | 4-16 | 2-19 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
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| Student teacher ratio | - | 6.7 | 8.8 |
| Proficient Math | - | 107 | - |
| Proficient Read | - | 113 | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | 0% | 0% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
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