The View School
URN: 147034 • TN8 5BD
Overview
- Name
- The View School
- URN
- 147034
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 53.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Louise Bourne (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 07920011846
- Website
- Visit The View School website
- Address
-
Church Street, TN8 5BD
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Summary
The View School is an independent special school located in Edenbridge, Kent, catering to a mixed-gender population of 26 pupils. The school focuses on providing a supportive environment tailored to the individual needs of its students, promoting social, moral, spiritual, and cultural learning (SMSC) as a core part of its curriculum.
Central to the school's ethos is the teaching of British Values, which include democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, and mutual respect. The curriculum encourages students to engage with these values through various activities, including PSHE lessons and reflection times. This approach aims to foster understanding and acceptance of diverse beliefs and backgrounds, helping students develop empathy and social skills.
The View School also prioritises the safety and well-being of its students, providing guidance on navigating the complexities of modern society, including the risks associated with online interactions. Through experiential learning opportunities such as school trips and activities, students are encouraged to explore their community and the wider world, enhancing their understanding of social dynamics and personal responsibility.
Central to the school's ethos is the teaching of British Values, which include democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, and mutual respect. The curriculum encourages students to engage with these values through various activities, including PSHE lessons and reflection times. This approach aims to foster understanding and acceptance of diverse beliefs and backgrounds, helping students develop empathy and social skills.
The View School also prioritises the safety and well-being of its students, providing guidance on navigating the complexities of modern society, including the risks associated with online interactions. Through experiential learning opportunities such as school trips and activities, students are encouraged to explore their community and the wider world, enhancing their understanding of social dynamics and personal responsibility.
Useful links
- Home (other)
- About (other)
- Admissions (other)
- British Values (other)
- Curriculum (other)
- Key Stage 3 (other)
- Key Stage 4 & Post 16 (other)
- Our Staff (other)
- Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
- The Quest School (74.4)
- Five Acre Wood School (73.7)
- Woodpecker Court (70.2)
- Snowfields Academy (70.0)
- Leigh Academy Milestone (69.0)
Key details
- LA
- Kent
- Age range
- 11 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 26
- Pupils
- 26
- Boys
- 21
- Girls
- 5
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2019-06-21
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-09-21
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 26 | 21 | 5 | 26 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 25 | 19 | 6 | 26 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 26 | 23 | 3 | 26 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 26 | 23 | 3 | 24 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 24 | 22 | 2 | 24 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 21 | 19 | 2 | 24 |
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