INSPIRE Free Special School

URN: 141005 • Chatham ME5 0LB

Overview

Name
INSPIRE Free Special School
URN
141005
Type
Free schools special
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Trust
PARALLEL LEARNING TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
50.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Martyn O'Donnell (since 2020) , Head of School
Previous head
Mark Burgiss, Head of School
Telephone
01634827372
Website
Visit
Address
Churchill Avenue, Chatham ME5 0LB

Summary

Inspire Free Special School, located in Chatham, Medway, is dedicated to supporting students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. With a current enrollment of 90 pupils and a capacity of 100, the school provides a tailored educational experience for each child, all of whom have an Educational, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). The staff prioritise individualised learning, aiming to foster academic, social, and emotional growth.

The curriculum at Inspire Academy is designed to be flexible and comprehensive, ensuring that quality education is maintained even during remote learning. The school emphasises the importance of building positive relationships and encourages pupils to take responsibility for their behaviour. Through clear expectations and support, students are guided to develop resilience and adaptability, preparing them for future challenges.

Inspire Academy values collaboration with parents and carers, recognising their essential role in each child's education. By working closely with families and external agencies, the school strives to create a supportive community that empowers pupils to make positive choices and achieve their full potential.

Key details

LA
Medway
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
PARALLEL LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
100
Pupils
90
Boys
76
Girls
14
FSM %
63.30
Open date
2014-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-12-14
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 90 76 14 100 63.30
2024-09-11 68 62 6 80 54.40
2023-09-11 54 50 4 80 77.80
2022-09-11 54 50 4 80 77.80
2021-09-11 46 44 2 80 73.90
2020-09-11 49 46 3 80 77.60

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