Kent House Hospital School

URN: 141697 • Orpington BR5 4EP

Overview

Name
Kent House Hospital School
URN
141697
Type
Other independent special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
71.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Lianne Watson (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Crockenhill Road, Orpington BR5 4EP

Summary

Kent House Hospital School is an independent special school located in Orpington, Bromley, catering to a small cohort of 10 pupils, with a capacity of 25. The school is designed to support children with special educational needs (SEN), providing tailored educational experiences that promote both academic and personal development. The ethos of the school centres around equipping young people with the skills necessary for a brighter future, focusing on individualised learning approaches.

The school is part of Priory Education & Children's Services, which offers a range of specialist educational and care solutions. This network aims to create positive outcomes for vulnerable young people, including those on the autistic spectrum or exhibiting challenging behaviours. The curriculum is designed to foster educational, social, and independence skills, ensuring that each child can work towards fulfilling their unique potential.

In addition to educational support, Kent House Hospital School emphasizes a nurturing environment that resembles a 'home away from home.' This approach is intended to help students feel secure and supported, facilitating their overall growth and development within a community context.

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Key details

LA
Bromley
Age range
12 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
25
Pupils
10
Boys
0
Girls
10
FSM %
0.00
Open date
2014-12-06
Close date
2022-07-29
Last Ofsted
2021-06-25
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 10 0 10 25 0.00
2024-09-11 10 0 10 25 0.00
2023-09-11 10 0 10 25 0.00
2022-09-11 10 0 10 25 0.00
2021-09-11 15 0 15 25 0.00
2020-09-11 10 0 10 25 0.00

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