Greenfields School

URN: 131780 • Ashford TN27 8BE

Overview

Name
Greenfields School
URN
131780
Type
Other independent special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
55.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Kelly Cartwright (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01580292523
Website
Visit
Address
Tenterden Road, Ashford TN27 8BE

Summary

Greenfields School, located in Ashford, Kent, is an independent special school catering to a small cohort of 17 pupils, with a capacity for 23. The school is part of Childhood First, a charity dedicated to providing specialist care and education for severely traumatised children with complex psychological, emotional, and behavioural needs. The institution focuses on delivering therapeutic education integrated with 24/7 treatment, ensuring a supportive environment for its students.

The curriculum at Greenfields is designed to meet the unique needs of each child, utilising a therapeutic approach known as Integrated Systemic Therapy (iST). This method has been developed over decades and aims to address serious emotional and behavioural disturbances, fostering personal growth and resilience among pupils. The school prioritises individualised support, helping children navigate their challenges while promoting their overall well-being.

As part of a broader community initiative, Greenfields School collaborates with five residential homes, providing a holistic support system for children affected by abuse, neglect, and deprivation. The commitment to nurturing and rehabilitating these young individuals is central to the ethos of both the school and the charity, ensuring that each child receives the care and attention they require to thrive.

Key details

LA
Kent
Age range
5 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
23
Pupils
17
Boys
9
Girls
8
FSM %
Open date
1999-03-15
Close date
Last Ofsted
2021-10-14
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 17 9 8 23
2024-09-11 13 7 6 23
2023-09-11 14 9 5 23 0.00
2022-09-11 14 9 5 23 0.00
2021-09-11 17 6 11 23 0.00
2020-09-11 13 5 8 23 0.00

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