The short version
Nearly full. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2025).
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2025
- The school is nearly full at 90% capacity
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Ages
- 5–19
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 27
- Capacity
- 90%
Governance
- Local authority
- Kent
- Head
- Mrs Nicola Keyes Mrs Louise Smyth (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksStandard inspection: Outstanding
6 official reports linked on this page, including 5 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Bell 3, Maidstone Road, Paddock Wood, Kent, TN12 6PY
Rural setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmQuestions parents ask
What is The Quest School's Ofsted rating?
The Quest School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in September 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend The Quest School?
The Quest School currently has 27 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does The Quest School take?
The Quest School caters for pupils aged 5 to 19.
Where is The Quest School?
The Quest School is in Paddock Wood, TN12 6PY, in the Kent local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does The Quest School have a sixth form?
Yes, The Quest School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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