Laleham Gap School

URN: 134971 • Ramsgate CT12 6FH

Overview

Type
Foundation special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Ofsted rating
n/a
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Les Milton (since 2025)
Telephone
01843570598
Website
Visit
Address
Ozengell Place, Ramsgate CT12 6FH

Summary

Laleham Gap School is a foundation special school located in Ramsgate, Kent, catering to a mixed-gender population of 241 pupils, all of whom have an Educational Health Care Plan (EHCP). The school prioritises child health and wellbeing, fostering a strong safeguarding culture to ensure the safety of all students. With a focus on individual needs, the school aims to help each child reach their full potential through a tailored curriculum that promotes personal development, social interaction, and communication skills.

The curriculum at Laleham Gap is designed to be broad and balanced, adapting the National Curriculum to meet the diverse needs of its pupils. Classes typically consist of around 10 students, led by experienced teachers and supported by skilled teaching assistants and in-house therapy staff. This approach enables pupils to make good and outstanding progress, with secondary students achieving a range of qualifications, including GCSEs and vocational courses.

Laleham Gap School values collaboration among staff, governors, parents, and the wider community to create a supportive learning environment. The school is committed to preparing students for successful futures, not only academically but also as valued contributors to society.

Key details

LA
Kent
Age range
4 - 18
Boarders
Not applicable
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Kent Special Educational Needs Trust (KSENT)
Capacity
188
Pupils
241
Boys
170
Girls
71
FSM %
42.30
Open date
2005-04-11
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 241 170 71 188 42.30
2024-09-11 224 162 62 188 23.40
2023-09-11 217 161 56 188 36.40
2022-09-11 217 161 56 178 36.40
2021-09-11 212 158 54 178 33.00
2020-09-11 202 156 46 170 25.50

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