Dorton College of Further Education, Orpington

In its own words: "We’re the leading national charity for blind and partially sighted children and young people, and their families. From diagnosis to early adulthood we’re here to help, however we can, with whatever comes your way. Because every child is unique, and every family’s journey is different."

The nearest other special schools to Dorton College of Further Education are Clannad Education Centre (0.6 miles, Outstanding); Bromley Beacon Academy (0.8 miles, Good); Woodview (1.3 miles, Good); and Browns School (2 miles).

Dorton College of Further Education provides for pupils with visual impairment. Dorton College of Further Education is approved under Section 41 of the Children and Families Act 2014, so parents can ask for it to be named in their child's education, health and care (EHC) plan.

The nearest railway station is Orpington Station, about 920 metres away (roughly a 12-minute walk).

10 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Walnuts Centre, 130 metres away.

In August 2026, police recorded 222 crimes within a mile of the school, most often anti-social behaviour, violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. That is well above the typical figure around schools in Kent (101), as is usual near a town centre.