Hilden Park, Tonbridge
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 1 year agoOverall
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
Hilden Park transforms pupils' experiences - many students who previously had negative school experiences now show very positive attitudes and are keen to progress. The school believes in pupils' potential and provides the right support and time for them to achieve, even when they have gaps in previous learning. Pupils feel safe, well cared for, and develop confidence to advocate for themselves and see their place in the wider world.
Key Strengths
- Highly effective and ambitious curriculum that is expertly adapted to meet each pupil's specific needs
- Outstanding personal development programme with strong focus on building trusting relationships and pupil voice
- Well-established 'Futures' careers programme that develops life skills and employability through visiting speakers and real-world experiences
- Extensive enrichment activities including visits, visiting artists, and assemblies covering important topics
- Strong leadership and long-term strategic planning for expansion with well-developed policies and systems already in place
Safeguarding
Safeguarding arrangements were reviewed and found to be effective, though the report was cut off before providing full detail.
Extracurricular Activities
Manga artist visit, farm trip, Bodiam Castle visit, local church service, school council, Team Time assemblies, Futures careers programme
Hilden Park is a special school for pupils with autism or social, emotional and mental health needs. The inspection assessed whether the school is likely to meet independent school standards if it expands to include younger pupils (age 6) and post-16 students (up to age 18).
At a Glance
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
What Parents Think
12 responsesSource: Ofsted Parent View - % who strongly agree or agree
Class Sizes
0.0
Avg class size
0
Total classes
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
51%
Available places
37 pupils
72 capacity
35 spare places available
Area Demand Pressure - Tonbridge
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for Tonbridge
Admissions Demand - Kent
Places available
19,410
Applications
18,281
Got 1st preference
80.6%
Got preferred school
96.5%
Secondary admissions across Kent (2025/26)
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SEN Provision
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Pupil Demographics
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