Lorenden Preparatory School
URN: 119014 • ME13 0EN
Overview
- Name
- Lorenden Preparatory School
- URN
- 119014
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 38.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Richard McIntosh (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01795590030
- Website
- Visit Lorenden Preparatory School website
- Address
-
Painters Forstal Road, ME13 0EN
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Summary
Lorenden Preparatory School is an independent mixed school located in Kent, catering to children aged 3 to 11. With a current enrolment of 106 pupils and a capacity for 140, the school prides itself on small class sizes that foster individual attention and support. Lorenden has received an "Excellent" rating from the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) for both academic achievement and personal development, highlighting its commitment to high educational standards.
The school offers a nurturing environment where happiness is considered essential for effective learning. The ethos is encapsulated in the motto "We Care. We Share. We Strive. We Succeed." Teachers and staff are dedicated to creating a friendly community, ensuring that pupils feel valued and supported. The curriculum is designed to engage students actively, with a strong emphasis on developing good manners, kindness, and perseverance.
Located near Faversham, Lorenden benefits from extensive outdoor spaces, including access to 40 acres of woodland, which enhances the educational experience. The school has a strong track record of pupils gaining places at grammar schools and receiving scholarships in various disciplines, including academics, sports, drama, and music.
The school offers a nurturing environment where happiness is considered essential for effective learning. The ethos is encapsulated in the motto "We Care. We Share. We Strive. We Succeed." Teachers and staff are dedicated to creating a friendly community, ensuring that pupils feel valued and supported. The curriculum is designed to engage students actively, with a strong emphasis on developing good manners, kindness, and perseverance.
Located near Faversham, Lorenden benefits from extensive outdoor spaces, including access to 40 acres of woodland, which enhances the educational experience. The school has a strong track record of pupils gaining places at grammar schools and receiving scholarships in various disciplines, including academics, sports, drama, and music.
Useful links
- School Website Design by Oyster (other)
Nearby alternatives
- The Quest School (74.4)
- Five Acre Wood School (73.7)
- Woodpecker Court (70.2)
- Snowfields Academy (70.0)
- Leigh Academy Milestone (69.0)
Key details
- LA
- Kent
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 140
- Pupils
- 106
- Boys
- 54
- Girls
- 52
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1993-10-12
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 106 | 54 | 52 | 140 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 112 | 56 | 56 | 140 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 125 | 65 | 60 | 120 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 125 | 65 | 60 | 120 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 123 | 63 | 60 | 120 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 120 | 59 | 61 | 120 | 0.00 |
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