Curly's Farm and School, Sheerness
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 1 year agoOverall
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
Curly's Farm and School understands and is specifically designed around the complex needs of its pupils. It combines a broad academic curriculum with therapeutic support, outdoor learning, and farm-based activities that build real-world skills. Staff have genuine experience working with pupils with SEND and are committed to helping each child develop confidence, independence and strategies to manage their emotions.
Key Strengths
- Well-designed curriculum that capitalizes on the farm environment to teach academic skills alongside life skills and emotional development
- Experienced staff from the existing therapy provision who understand pupils' complex needs and individual aptitudes
- Strong safeguarding and health and safety arrangements, including specific farm-related safety training
- Comprehensive careers guidance and work experience opportunities to prepare pupils for life after school
- Focus on building pupils' confidence, independence and self-esteem through celebrating successes
Safeguarding
Safeguarding is effective with a policy reflecting latest statutory guidance, designated safeguarding lead with relevant training, suitable record-keeping systems, and appropriate plans to identify and help at-risk pupils.
Extracurricular Activities
Gardening, cooking, animal care, physical activities, sensory activities, school council, young farmers council, work experience, community visits
Curly's Farm and School is a proposed independent school for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities, many of whom have previously missed significant school time. The school is likely to meet all independent school standards when it opens.
At a Glance
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
22%
Available places
7 pupils
32 capacity
25 spare places available
Area Demand Pressure - Sheerness
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Admissions Demand - Kent
Places available
19,410
Applications
18,281
Got 1st preference
80.6%
Got preferred school
96.5%
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