Danecourt School

URN: 142266 • Gillingham ME8 6AA

Overview

Name
Danecourt School
URN
142266
Type
Academy special converter
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
MARITIME ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
55.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Cathryn Falconer (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01634232589
Website
Visit
Address
Hotel Road, Gillingham ME8 6AA

Summary

Danecourt School is a mixed academy special converter located in Gillingham, Medway, catering to primary-aged children with special educational needs. The school serves a diverse range of needs, including complex learning difficulties, autism, and social, emotional, and mental health challenges. With a current enrolment of 257 pupils, Danecourt operates across three sites: the main site in Gillingham, a reception site at Featherby, and a key stage 2 site at Bligh Primary School.

The school is committed to providing a highly personalised curriculum tailored to each child's unique needs, ensuring that all pupils have meaningful learning experiences. Danecourt aims to foster a stimulating environment where children can explore, learn, and develop skills that will aid their transition into the wider community. The ethos of the school is centred around valuing, respecting, and supporting every pupil, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

Danecourt School was last inspected by Ofsted in June 2019, receiving a 'Good' rating. The inspection highlighted the strong sense of community, outstanding pupil behaviour, and the effective support provided by teaching staff, which together contribute to a positive and enriching educational experience for all students.

Key details

LA
Medway
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
MARITIME ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
233
Pupils
257
Boys
190
Girls
67
FSM %
53.30
Open date
2015-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-06-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 257 190 67 233 53.30
2024-09-11 254 189 65 233 45.70
2023-09-11 234 163 71 233 37.20
2022-09-11 234 163 71 233 37.20
2021-09-11 185 123 62 233 40.00
2020-09-11 165 115 50 43.60

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