Ifield School
URN: 119040 • Gravesend DA12 5JT
Overview
- Name
- Ifield School
- URN
- 119040
- Type
- Foundation special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Kent Special Educational Needs Trust (KSENT)
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 63.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Madeleine Arnold-Jones (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01474365485
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Cedar Avenue, Gravesend DA12 5JT
Summary
Ifield School is a foundation special school located in Gravesend, Kent, catering to a diverse range of pupils with special educational needs. With a current enrolment of 276 students, the school has a capacity of 223, reflecting its commitment to providing an inclusive and supportive environment. The school aims to foster resilience, self-esteem, and a sense of community among its pupils, preparing them for adulthood and encouraging them to thrive within society.
The curriculum at Ifield School is designed to be engaging and personalised, ensuring that each pupil's individual needs are met. The school offers various facilities, including a hydro pool, sensory room, and outdoor woodland classroom, which enhance the learning experience and promote independence. Additionally, the Ifield SMILE Centre provides resources and training for parents and professionals, further strengthening the community support network.
The school prides itself on its warm and welcoming atmosphere, where staff are dedicated to nurturing each pupil's potential. Parents have expressed satisfaction with the supportive environment, highlighting the school's role in celebrating achievements and fostering a sense of belonging for all students.
The curriculum at Ifield School is designed to be engaging and personalised, ensuring that each pupil's individual needs are met. The school offers various facilities, including a hydro pool, sensory room, and outdoor woodland classroom, which enhance the learning experience and promote independence. Additionally, the Ifield SMILE Centre provides resources and training for parents and professionals, further strengthening the community support network.
The school prides itself on its warm and welcoming atmosphere, where staff are dedicated to nurturing each pupil's potential. Parents have expressed satisfaction with the supportive environment, highlighting the school's role in celebrating achievements and fostering a sense of belonging for all students.
Useful links
- Learn More (sen)
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- See our full school calendar (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- Estuary Academy (59.0)
- Pier View Academy (55.5)
- Helen Allison School (51.3)
- St Joseph's Convent Preparatory School (48.4)
- North West Kent Alternative Provision Service (46.1)
Key details
- LA
- Kent
- Age range
- 4 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Kent Special Educational Needs Trust (KSENT)
- Capacity
- 223
- Pupils
- 276
- Boys
- 205
- Girls
- 71
- FSM %
- 45.10
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-11-02
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Kent
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 276 | 205 | 71 | 223 | 45.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 277 | 206 | 71 | 223 | 44.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 264 | 192 | 72 | 223 | 38.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 264 | 192 | 72 | 223 | 38.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 250 | 183 | 67 | 223 | 38.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 246 | 182 | 64 | 223 | 33.00 |
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