Caldecott Foundation School

URN: 119027 • Ashford TN25 6PW

Overview

Name
Caldecott Foundation School
URN
119027
Type
Non-maintained special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
54.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Stacey McShane (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01303815685
Website
Visit
Address
Station Road, Ashford TN25 6PW

Summary

Caldecott Foundation School is a non-maintained special school located in Ashford, Kent, catering to 62 pupils with a range of special educational needs, including Autistic Spectrum Conditions (ASC), social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH), and language and communication difficulties. The school is committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment where children can thrive academically and emotionally. It operates under the ethos of helping children build a future through a therapy-informed curriculum tailored to individual needs.

The school has received a 'Good' rating from Ofsted, highlighting its focus on supporting pupils in regulating their behaviour and fostering a sense of security. Staff work collaboratively to create a stimulating learning atmosphere, incorporating a variety of extracurricular activities and community engagement to enhance social and emotional development.

As part of the Caldecott Foundation, the school also provides therapeutic residential and fostering services, ensuring a holistic approach to supporting vulnerable young people. Parents appreciate the strong communication and support from staff, which contributes to a positive school experience for their children.

Key details

LA
Kent
Age range
5 - 18
Boarders
Boarding school
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
85
Pupils
62
Boys
40
Girls
22
FSM %
37.10
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-10-05
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 62 40 22 85 37.10
2024-09-11 57 40 17 85 33.30
2023-09-11 54 39 15 85 33.30
2022-09-11 54 39 15 65 33.30
2021-09-11 42 36 6 65 40.50
2020-09-11 36 31 5 65 69.40

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