Meadowfield School

URN: 134783 • SITTINGBOURNE ME10 4NL

Overview

Name
Meadowfield School
URN
134783
Type
Foundation special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
64.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Angela Howe (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01795477788
Website
Visit
Address
Swanstree Avenue, SITTINGBOURNE ME10 4NL

Summary

Meadowfield School is a foundation special school located in Sittingbourne, Kent, catering to nearly 400 pupils aged 4-19 with profound, severe, and complex needs. Each student has an Education Health Care Plan (EHCP), ensuring tailored support for their individual medical and learning requirements. The school prioritises pupil safety, well-being, and engagement, embedding these principles into its curriculum and daily activities.

The school offers a rich, personalised curriculum structured around five pathways: Early Years Foundation Stage, Engage, Explore, Enquire, and 6th Form. Meadowfield also operates two satellite provisions at Sunny Bank Primary School and Fulston Manor School, allowing students to benefit from a mainstream setting while receiving specialised support. The school is committed to preparing pupils for adulthood, focusing on their future opportunities and personal development.

Meadowfield values strong partnerships with parents and carers, facilitating engagement through scheduled events and communication. The school’s ethos promotes a positive learning environment, supported by dedicated staff and collaboration with health professionals, ensuring that all pupils feel safe, valued, and confident in their learning journey.

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Key details

LA
Kent
Age range
4 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
366
Pupils
400
Boys
270
Girls
130
FSM %
48.60
Open date
2004-09-06
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-04-17
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 400 270 130 366 48.60
2024-09-11 408 272 136 366 45.20
2023-09-11 392 262 130 366 39.20
2022-09-11 392 262 130 348 39.20
2021-09-11 368 244 124 250 38.50
2020-09-11 333 221 112 250 28.50

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