John F Kennedy Special School

URN: 102791 • London E15 4RZ

Overview

Name
John F Kennedy Special School
URN
102791
Type
Community special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
45.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Diane Rochford (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Pitchford Street, London E15 4RZ

Summary

John F Kennedy Special School, located in Newham, London, is a community special school catering to students with special and additional needs from Reception to Year 14. As part of the Learning in Harmony Trust, the school focuses on creating a supportive and inclusive environment where students can thrive. It operates across four dedicated sites, each designed to meet the diverse needs of its pupils, including those with profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD) and autism spectrum conditions (ASC).

The school emphasizes the importance of communication skills and independence, tailoring learning experiences to fit individual sensory, behavioural, and medical needs. Facilities include sensory rooms, soft play areas, and outdoor learning spaces, alongside specialized equipment to support students' learning journeys. The staff are highly trained and committed to working collaboratively with parents and professionals to enhance each child's educational experience.

Community engagement is a key aspect of the school's ethos, fostering partnerships that enrich the learning environment. Through its focus on personal development and life skills, John F Kennedy Special School aims to empower students to achieve their full potential while preparing them for future challenges.

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Key details

LA
Newham
Age range
2 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
Pupils
Boys
Girls
FSM %
Open date
Close date
2014-08-31
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14
2024-09-11
2023-09-11
2022-09-11
2021-09-11
2020-09-11

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