Kingsdown School

URN: 144692 • Southend-on-Sea SS2 6XT

Overview

Name
Kingsdown School
URN
144692
Type
Academy special converter
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
SEN TRUST SOUTHEND
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
50.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Lisa Stroud (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01702527486
Website
Visit
Address
Snakes Lane, Southend-on-Sea SS2 6XT

Summary

Kingsdown School is a mixed academy special converter located in Southend-on-Sea, catering to children aged 3 to 14 with severe learning difficulties (SLD), profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD), and physical disabilities. The school is transitioning to focus solely on primary-aged pupils, with plans to accommodate children from nursery to Year 6 by September 2028. This change aims to enhance the learning environment while maintaining the existing support for pupils with complex needs.

The school’s mission, "Be happy, communicate, learn and achieve," underpins its commitment to providing tailored educational experiences. Kingsdown offers a broad and balanced curriculum integrated with essential therapies, including speech and language, occupational, and physiotherapy. The dedicated staff work closely with families to ensure that each pupil receives the support necessary to thrive academically and personally.

Kingsdown School actively engages with the local community to enrich learning experiences. Partnerships with local businesses and community resources provide practical opportunities, such as therapeutic horseback riding and guided shopping trips, which help pupils develop essential life skills and foster a sense of independence.

Key details

LA
Southend-on-Sea
Age range
3 - 14
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
SEN TRUST SOUTHEND
Capacity
130
Pupils
130
Boys
71
Girls
59
FSM %
46.20
Open date
2017-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-03-02
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 130 71 59 130 46.20
2024-09-11 127 76 51 120 43.30
2023-09-11 123 69 54 120 42.30
2022-09-11 123 69 54 120 42.30
2021-09-11 124 70 54 120 43.50
2020-09-11 118 64 54 42.40

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