Kingsgate School
URN: 146774 • PO16 0HZ
Overview
- Name
- Kingsgate School
- URN
- 146774
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Admissions
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 55.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Timothy Rogers (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01329446921
- Website
- Visit Kingsgate School website
- Address
-
239 West Street, PO16 0HZ
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Summary
Kingsgate School is an independent special school located in Hampshire, catering to children aged 7 to 16 with social, emotional, and mental health difficulties, as well as other complex needs. With a capacity of 26 pupils, the school provides a nurturing environment designed to support students who may have faced challenges in mainstream education. The school prides itself on its high staff-to-student ratio, ensuring that each pupil receives tailored support to foster their development and independence.
The curriculum at Kingsgate School is bespoke, aligning with the individual needs of each student, many of whom have an Educational, Health, and Care Plan (EHCP). The school focuses on creating a positive learning experience, helping students build confidence and engage with their education. The leadership team is dedicated to improving pupils' lives and facilitating their transition back to local authority provisions when they are ready.
Kingsgate School has received positive feedback from parents and was rated 'Overall Good with Outstanding for Behaviour and Attitudes' in its March 2020 Ofsted inspection. The school aims to be an integral part of the community, welcoming local families and fostering a supportive atmosphere for all students.
The curriculum at Kingsgate School is bespoke, aligning with the individual needs of each student, many of whom have an Educational, Health, and Care Plan (EHCP). The school focuses on creating a positive learning experience, helping students build confidence and engage with their education. The leadership team is dedicated to improving pupils' lives and facilitating their transition back to local authority provisions when they are ready.
Kingsgate School has received positive feedback from parents and was rated 'Overall Good with Outstanding for Behaviour and Attitudes' in its March 2020 Ofsted inspection. The school aims to be an integral part of the community, welcoming local families and fostering a supportive atmosphere for all students.
Useful links
- CLICK HERE TO READ THE REPORT (download)
- Contact Us (other)
- Click here (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Treloar College (85.2)
- Treloar School (68.6)
- Glenwood School (67.8)
- Osborne School (66.6)
- New Forest School (65.9)
Key details
- LA
- Hampshire
- Age range
- 7 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 26
- Pupils
- 26
- Boys
- 20
- Girls
- 6
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2019-04-30
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2020-03-05
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 26 | 20 | 6 | 26 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 22 | 19 | 3 | 26 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 15 | 12 | 3 | 24 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 15 | 12 | 3 | 16 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 12 | 9 | 3 | 16 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 8 | 8 | 16 |
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