The Old Priory School
The Old Priory School is an independent special school in Ramsgate for pupils aged 11 to 16. It has 20 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for The Old Priory School is Good, from an inspection in November 2024.
Ofsted inspection: November 2024.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 11-16 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Priory Road Ramsgate Kent CT11 9PG |
| Phone | 01843599322 |
| Reference Number | 131422 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 20 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 85%
Girls: 15% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
The Old Priory School demonstrates significant improvement since its last inspection, moving from 'Requires Improvement' to 'Good' overall. The school delivers a supportive and nurturing environment for students, particularly those with complex emotional, social, and behavioral needs, ensuring that they feel valued and engaged in their education. Strengths include the exceptional quality of behavior management and the extensive vocational training opportunities provided, which prepare students for adulthood and build life skills. The leadership is committed to maintaining high academic standards and continuing to develop an enriching curriculum that addresses both academic and personal development.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 22 Oct 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 22 Oct 2024 | Standard inspection: |
| 29 Nov 2022 | Standard inspection: |
| 05 Jun 2018 | Standard inspection: |
| 23 Jun 2015 | Standard inspection: |
| 01 Feb 2012 | Standard inspection: |
| 26 Mar 2010 | Monitoring inspection |
| 11 Nov 2008 | Standard inspection: |
| 24 May 2004 | Standard inspection |
Strengths
- Exceptional support for students with complex emotional and behavioral needs.
- Outstanding behavior and attitudes among pupils.
- Strong vocational education program that builds practical life skills.
- High levels of pupil engagement and attendance.
- Comprehensive personal development and citizenship curriculum.
Areas for Improvement
- Lack of effective planning for developing pupils' writing fluency.
Ofsted Parent View
The latest published parent view scores are from 2022. Ofsted only publish scores if there have been more than 10 responses to the survey.
| Strongly Agree | Agree | Disagree | Strongly Disagree | Don't Know | Total Responses | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. My child is happy at this school. | 28 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 34 |
| 2. My child feels safe at this school. | 29 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 34 |
| 3. The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved. | 30 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 34 |
| 4. My child has been bullied and the school dealt with the bullying quickly and effectively. | 28 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 5. The school makes me aware of what my child will learn during the year. | 27 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 34 |
| 6. When I have raised concerns with the school they have been dealt with properly. | 14 | 15 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 7. My child has SEND, and the school gives them the support they need to succeed. | ||||||
| 8. The school has high expectations for my child. | 27 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 34 |
| 9. My child does well at this school. | 28 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 34 |
| 10. The school lets me know how my child is doing. | 29 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 34 |
| 11. There is a good range of subjects available to my child at this school. | 28 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 34 |
| 12. My child can take part in clubs and activities at this school. | 25 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 34 |
| 13. The school supports my child’s wider personal development. | 23 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 34 |
| 14. I would recommend this school to another parent. | 34 | 0 |
In 2025–26, 15.0% of pupils at The Old Priory School were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 85.0% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).
Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.
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What is The Old Priory School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for The Old Priory School is Good, from an inspection in November 2024.
When was The Old Priory School last inspected by Ofsted?
The Old Priory School was last inspected in November 2024.
How many pupils does The Old Priory School have?
The Old Priory School has 20 pupils on roll.
What age range does The Old Priory School cover?
The Old Priory School for pupils aged 11 to 16.
Where is The Old Priory School?
The Old Priory School is at Priory Road, Ramsgate, Kent, CT11 9PG.
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