Serenity School Maidstone
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 5-18 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Springfield House Sandling Road Maidstone Kent ME14 2LP |
| Reference Number | 149907 |
Serenity School Maidstone has performed well in its first inspection, demonstrating a strong standard overall. The school, which caters exclusively for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, has established a positive and inclusive culture that supports students' emotional and educational growth. High attendance rates and effective safeguarding practices are notable strengths, contributing to a nurturing environment where pupils feel safe and valued. However, some inconsistency in teaching, particularly in phonics and reading development, needs to be addressed to enhance pupil learning outcomes further.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 36 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 72.22%
Girls: 27.78% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 0% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 100% |
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 |
|---|
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Expected standard |
| > Leadership & Governance | Expected standard |
| > Personal Development & Wellbeing | Strong standard |
| > Achievement | Expected standard |
| > Attendance & Behaviour | Strong standard |
| > Curriculum & Teaching | Expected standard |
| > Inclusion | Strong standard |
| Last Report Date | 03 Feb 2026 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 03 Feb 2026 | Standard inspection |
| 24 Jul 2024 | Pre-registration inspection |
| Proposed to open |
Strengths
- High attendance rates compared to other special schools.
- Nurturing relationships between staff and pupils.
- Strong commitment to inclusive practices.
- Effective support for pupils with special educational needs.
- Well-matched curriculum promoting personal development.
- Rigorous monitoring and evaluation of student progress.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistencies in phonics teaching hinder reading development.
- Not all teaching is highly effective across classes.
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