The Quest School
The Quest School is an independent special school in Maidstone for pupils aged 5 to 19. It has 26 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for The Quest School is Outstanding, from an inspection in November 2025.
Ofsted inspection: November 2025.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 5-19 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Bell 3 The Hop Farm Maidstone Road Paddock Wood Kent TN12 6PY |
| Phone | 01732522700 |
| Reference Number | 134605 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 26 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 80.77%
Girls: 19.23% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 2 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 3 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 4 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 5 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
The Quest School is performing excellently, achieving an overall effectiveness rating of Outstanding across all inspected domains. The school is dedicated to providing a personalized and supportive educational environment for pupils, many of whom have complex special needs such as autism. This commitment is evident in their tailored learning programs and the strong relationships built between staff and students, contributing to pupils' happiness and safety on campus. The school also emphasizes life skills, preparing pupils for adulthood with life-enhancing knowledge in areas such as money management, cooking, and online safety.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 23 Sep 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 23 Sep 2025 | Standard inspection: |
| 29 Nov 2022 | Standard inspection: |
| 13 Mar 2018 | Standard inspection: |
| 20 Jun 2012 | Standard inspection: |
| 21 Jan 2009 | Standard inspection: |
| 29 Nov 2004 | Standard inspection |
Strengths
- Personalized learning programs cater to individual pupil needs.
- Strong emphasis on communication and emotional self-regulation.
- Highly effective teaching strategies that engage pupils in the curriculum.
- Proactive support for personal development through life skills education.
- Strong relationships and consistent practices foster a safe learning environment.
In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at The Quest School were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 100.0% 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 Quest School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for The Quest School is Outstanding, from an inspection in November 2025.
When was The Quest School last inspected by Ofsted?
The Quest School was last inspected in November 2025.
How many pupils does The Quest School have?
The Quest School has 26 pupils on roll.
What age range does The Quest School cover?
The Quest School for pupils aged 5 to 19.
Where is The Quest School?
The Quest School is at Bell 3, The Hop Farm, Maidstone Road, Paddock Wood, Kent, TN12 6PY.