The Davenport School

URN: 133298 • Sandwich CT13 0NY

Overview

Name
The Davenport School
URN
133298
Type
Other independent special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
50.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Susan Howson (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01304621836
Website
Visit
Address
The Lodge, Sandwich CT13 0NY

Summary

The Davenport School is an independent special school located in Sandwich, Kent, catering to children aged 5-12 with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. With a capacity for 22 pupils, the school currently serves 18 students, focusing on those who have experienced adverse childhood experiences and disrupted education. The school aims to provide a child-centred environment that addresses the individual learning needs of each pupil.

The curriculum at The Davenport School is broad and creative, designed to develop cognitive, physical, emotional, and social skills. The school emphasizes a nurturing community that fosters trusting relationships, essential for the pupils' academic and social-emotional progress. The dedicated staff, led by the Teacher in Charge, Beth Ansell, are committed to creating a supportive atmosphere conducive to learning.

Situated on the edge of a rural village, The Davenport School benefits from its tranquil surroundings, allowing for a focused educational experience. The school is part of Ethelbert Children's Services, which provides additional support through residential care, fostering, and therapeutic services, ensuring comprehensive care for its pupils.

Key details

LA
Kent
Age range
5 - 12
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
22
Pupils
18
Boys
18
Girls
0
FSM %
Open date
2001-04-03
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-11-03
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 18 18 0 22
2024-09-11 18 16 2 22
2023-09-11 13 11 2 20 0.00
2022-09-11 13 11 2 20 0.00
2021-09-11 14 12 2 20 0.00
2020-09-11 14 12 2 20 0.00

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