ISP School Whitstable
ISP School Whitstable is an independent special school in Whitstable for pupils aged 7 to 16. It has 16 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for ISP School Whitstable is Good, from an inspection in November 2025.
Ofsted inspection: November 2025.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 7-16 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | ISP Centre Regent Street Whitstable Kent CT5 1JD |
| Reference Number | 148557 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 16 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 75%
Girls: 25% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
ISP School Whitstable is performing well overall, rated as good across most areas, with exceptional strengths in personal development. The school has established a supportive and welcoming environment, fostering positive relationships among staff and students. It has a solid understanding of students' special educational needs and tailors their educational experiences accordingly. While pupils enjoy a rich curriculum that promotes engagement and knowledge retention, there are some inconsistencies in phonics instruction that affect early reading development. The school has also recently undergone a name change, reflecting its commitment to inclusivity and specialized education for students with social, emotional, and mental health needs, many of whom have faced extended periods out of traditional education settings.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 23 Sep 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 23 Sep 2025 | Standard inspection: |
| 12 Feb 2024 | Additional inspection |
| 29 Nov 2022 | Standard inspection: |
| 13 May 2021 | Pre-registration inspection |
| Proposed to open |
Strengths
- Strong focus on personal development and well-being
- Profoundly inclusive culture catering to SEND needs
- Effective partnerships between staff, parents, and pupils
- Engaging curriculum that revisits key learning for retention
- Positive and warm environment promoting safety and happiness
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent delivery of the phonics programme leading to early reading challenges
- Some lessons presenting tasks that are too complicated without adequate support
- Occasional lack of engagement in certain lessons
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What is ISP School Whitstable's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for ISP School Whitstable is Good, from an inspection in November 2025.
When was ISP School Whitstable last inspected by Ofsted?
ISP School Whitstable was last inspected in November 2025.
How many pupils does ISP School Whitstable have?
ISP School Whitstable has 16 pupils on roll.
What age range does ISP School Whitstable cover?
ISP School Whitstable for pupils aged 7 to 16.
Where is ISP School Whitstable?
ISP School Whitstable is at ISP Centre, Regent Street, Whitstable, Kent, CT5 1JD.