Marjory Kinnon School, Feltham
Marjory Kinnon School is a special school for pupils aged 4 to 16 in Feltham. It was rated Good at its last graded Ofsted inspection, in December 2022.
- Ofsted
- Good (2022)
Data last updated 26 Oct 2026
Marjory Kinnon School in detail
Marjory Kinnon School in its own words
In its own words: "We know that ensuring that your child attends the school that can best meet their needs is of paramount importance to parents. This can be an even more sensitive issue for parents of children with Special Educational Needs (SEN). Marjory Kinnon School is one of the UK's largest SEN schools, supporting over 300 students aged 4-16."
From the headteacher's welcome: "On behalf of our children, staff and governors, I would like to warmly welcome you to Marjory Kinnon School. We are a vibrant SEND school for autistic children located in the London Borough of Hounslow with classes from Reception to Year 11."
The school runs after-school care.
Vision and values (school website)Headteacher's welcome (school website)Wraparound care (school website)
Source: The school's own website
Compared with nearby schools
The nearest other special schools to Marjory Kinnon School are The Rise Free School (1.6 miles, Good); The Cedars Primary School (1.9 miles, Good); Lindon Bennett School (2.6 miles, Good); and Green Corridor (2.8 miles, Requires improvement).
The Rise Free SchoolThe Cedars Primary SchoolLindon Bennett SchoolGreen Corridor
Where pupils go next
Of the 27 pupils who finished Year 11 in 2023/24, 93% stayed in education or training for at least two terms, including 78% to a further education college.
Who goes there
41.2% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, and 56.2% speak English as an additional language, according to the 2026 school census.
The largest ethnic groups are Asian (37%), White British (23%) and Black (12%).
Almost every pupil at Marjory Kinnon School has an education, health and care plan (306 of 306 in 2026). The most common need among them is autism.
Marjory Kinnon School provides for pupils with specific learning difficulties such as dyslexia, speech, language and communication needs and autism.
Getting there
The nearest Underground station is Hatton Cross Underground Station, about 920 metres away (roughly a 11-minute walk).
4 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Cains Lane (->n), 130 metres away.
The area around the school
In August 2026, police recorded 256 crimes within a mile of the school, most often violence and sexual offences, anti-social behaviour and public order offences. That is well below the typical figure around schools in Hounslow (388).
Suspensions and exclusions
Marjory Kinnon School recorded no suspensions or permanent exclusions in 2024/25.
Sources: DfE destination measures; DfE school census and special educational needs statistics; NaPTAN (Department for Transport); English Indices of Deprivation 2025 (MHCLG); data.police.uk street-level crime; DfE exclusions statistics
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 4 years agoOverall
Quality of Education
Behaviour & Attitudes
Personal Development
Leadership & Management
Early Years
Ofsted Insights
From Ofsted's December 2022 inspection report.
What This School Does Well
Marjory Kinnon School excels at creating a safe, happy environment where pupils thrive academically and personally. The school combines expert teaching with therapeutic support and enrichment activities that develop real-world skills - from independent shopping to managing a cafe to outdoor learning. Staff are highly skilled at understanding and supporting each child's individual needs, helping them build confidence and prepare for meaningful adult lives.
Key Strengths
- Strong focus on reading with consistent phonics teaching and a well-stocked library system
- Expert staff who anticipate and manage pupils' behaviour and emotional needs effectively
- Extensive enrichment activities including theatrical presentations, the school village for independent shopping practice, and work experience opportunities
- Collaborative approach between leaders, staff and therapists to identify and support individual pupils' needs
- Comprehensive careers guidance with multiple curriculum pathways including GCSEs and BTEC qualifications
Areas for Improvement
- In a few subjects, curriculum thinking is not fully developed across all school phases, limiting pupils' knowledge development
- Leaders need to ensure all subjects have clearly identified key knowledge that builds progressively from Reception to Year 11
Safeguarding
Safeguarding arrangements are effective with staff receiving frequent training, strong relationships with pupils, prompt responses to concerns, and robust vetting practices in place.
Extracurricular Activities
Theatrical presentations, art, instrumental music, singing, drama, school village shopping practice, horticulture and food growing, visits to local lido and Kew Gardens, residential team-building activities, Brownies, Duke of Edinburgh's Award programme, work experience
Marjory Kinnon School is a special all-through school rated Good overall that provides high-quality education, therapies and enrichment experiences for pupils with complex learning needs. Leaders and staff work collaboratively to meet pupils' additional needs successfully, helping them gain the social and academic skills needed for independent adult lives.
At a Glance
41.2%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
SpLD, Speech and language, Autism
SEN Provision
No
Special Measures
Primary Performance (KS2)
Academic year 2025/26KS2 Results (% meeting expected standard)
Reading has declined from 4% to 0% (2024 to 2025).
How Does This School Compare?
Ranked against 5 nearby schools
Latest from Marjory Kinnon School
Short Breaks Registration
2 Oct 2026
Discover our Curriculum
22 Sep 2026
Headteacher Summer Newsletter
14 Jul 2026
Short Breaks registration
26 Jun 2026
Play Week at MKS
3 Jun 2026
Holiday Activity and Food Programme (HAF)
15 May 2026
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Bus Stops
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Safety and surroundings
Road collisions within 500 m (2021 to 2025)
- Collisions
- 7
- Fatal
- 0
- Serious
- 4
- Children hurt
- 2
Within 500 m of the school's mapped location, police recorded 7 road collisions in which someone was injured in 2021 to 2025: none fatal, 4 serious and 3 slight.
2 children aged 0 to 15 were hurt: 2 on foot.
0 of the collisions happened on a weekday between 08:00 and 09:30 or 14:45 and 16:30, holidays included.
The typical figure for schools in Hounslow is 52.5 (the median across 90 schools, same distance and years).
Serious and slight counts use the Department for Transport's severity adjustment, which allows for changes in how police forces record injuries; they are estimates, rounded to whole numbers. Distances are in a straight line. Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19), Open Government Licence v3.0.
Commute and house prices
Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
101%
Over capacity
306 pupils
304 places
2 pupils over capacity
as recorded on GIAS
Area Demand Pressure - Feltham
Based on MHCLG Live Table 122 (2024-25, last 5 years) for Feltham
Across Hounslow council
Places available
3,076
Applications
3,156
Got 1st preference
68.9%
Got preferred school
95.6%
All secondary applications across Hounslow council (2026/27), not just this school.
Inspection History(8)
SEND & SEN Provision
SEN Overview
0
SEN Support
306
EHC Plans
100.0%
of Total Pupils
2026 academic year
Provision & Specialist Facilities
Marjory Kinnon School provides for pupils with specific learning difficulties such as dyslexia, speech, language and communication needs and autism.
Source: GIAS, Department for Education.
Pupils by Need Type
Pupil Demographics
Ethnicity
2026 academic year
Key Indicators
306
Total Pupils
237
Boys
69
Girls
2026 academic year
Workforce
53
Teachers
5.8:1
Pupil-teacher ratio
£60,239
Mean salary
2026 data
Pupil Absence2024/25
8.5%
Overall absence
24.3%
Persistent absence
300
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
Feeder Primary Schools
Primary schools that likely feed into this school, based on proximity
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Questions parents ask about Marjory Kinnon School
What are GCSE results like at Marjory Kinnon School?
In the 2026 results, pupils at Marjory Kinnon School achieved an Attainment 8 score of 0.4. 0% passed GCSE English and maths at grade 5 or above.
What is Marjory Kinnon School's Ofsted rating?
Marjory Kinnon School was rated Good at its most recent Ofsted inspection in December 2022.
What is the catchment area for Marjory Kinnon School?
No fixed boundary. When Marjory Kinnon School is oversubscribed, Hounslow allocates places by its published criteria, usually ending with home-to-school distance.
How many pupils go to Marjory Kinnon School?
Marjory Kinnon School has around 306 pupils on roll. 41% are eligible for free school meals.
Does Marjory Kinnon School have specialist SEN provision?
Marjory Kinnon School provides for pupils with specific learning difficulties such as dyslexia, speech, language and communication needs and autism.
What is attendance like at Marjory Kinnon School?
8.5% of sessions were missed at Marjory Kinnon School in 2024/25. 24.3% of pupils were persistently absent (missing 10% or more of sessions).
How do I apply to Marjory Kinnon School?
Apply through Hounslow's coordinated admissions process, naming Marjory Kinnon School on your application. The national closing date in England is 31 October for secondary places and 15 January for primary places, in the year before your child starts.
How many road collisions happen near Marjory Kinnon School?
Within 500 m of the school's mapped location, police recorded 7 road collisions in which someone was injured in 2021 to 2025: none fatal, 4 serious and 3 slight. 2 children aged 0 to 15 were hurt: 2 on foot. 0 of the collisions happened on a weekday between 08:00 and 09:30 or 14:45 and 16:30, holidays included. The typical figure for schools in Hounslow is 52.5 (the median across 90 schools, same distance and years).
Where is Marjory Kinnon School?
Marjory Kinnon School is at Hatton Road, Bedfont, Feltham, TW14 9QZ.
Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19)