Beech Grove School
Forest Drive, Nonington, Dover, CT15 4FB
Age range
4 to 19
Gender
Mixed
Pupils
86
Headteacher
Mr Mark Huleatt
Type
Independent
Ofsted
Good
Faith
Christian
Local authority
Kent
Sixth form
Yes
Boarding
Yes
About Beech Grove School
Based in Dover, Beech Grove School is an independent school for children aged 4 to 19 and takes boys and girls. The school currently has about 86 pupils. That puts it among the smaller independent schools in Dover on our figures. The school has a Christian character. As an independent school it is fee-paying and sits outside the local authority admissions system. The school has its own sixth form for post-16 study. Boarding places are offered alongside day places. The headteacher is Mr Mark Huleatt.
Inspection at a glance
Ofsted rated Beech Grove School Good at its inspection on 30 April 2024. The full inspection report is linked from this page so you can read the inspectors' own words.
Getting a place at Beech Grove School
Beech Grove School sets its own admissions. Families apply to the school directly rather than through a council application round, and places usually follow a visit, registration and the school's own assessment. Always check the current admissions policy on the school's own website before you apply, because criteria can change year to year.
SEND at a glance
Beech Grove School is a mainstream school, supporting pupils with SEND alongside their classmates through the graduated approach of assess, plan, do, review. Named areas of need it supports include Additional learning needs identified by the school. Recorded provision: Provides support for additional learning needs. Support listed by the school includes targeted support and adapted resources where needed. The school's SEN information report is the authoritative source and is linked in the SEND section below.
Beech Grove School contact details and location
Beech Grove School is at Forest Drive, Nonington, Dover, Kent, CT15 4FB. The school office can be reached on 01304 842980. A map, directions and the school's own website link are on this page.
Ofsted inspection
Overall effectiveness
Ofsted's most recent visit confirmed the overall rating. It did not re-grade the individual areas.
Beech Grove School admissions and catchment area
This is a selective independent school
Beech Grove School runs its own entrance assessment rather than using the Kent or Medway Test. You apply directly to the school and pay a registration fee. As a Christian school, faith-based criteria may apply in oversubscription - a supplementary information form is usually required. Boarding places have a separate application and interview process - start early. Bursaries and scholarships may be available - ask early.
Official links
Applications go direct to the school - you do not apply through your local council.
How to apply
1. Register with the school
Register your child directly with the school's admissions office, usually 12+ months before the intake year. A registration fee typically applies.
2. Sit the entrance assessment
Assessments usually cover English, maths and reasoning, sometimes with an interview. Some schools use a taster day.
3. Offer and acceptance
The school makes an offer directly, with a deposit to secure the place.
4. Bursaries & scholarships
Ask about means-tested bursaries and academic, music, sport or art scholarships - deadlines are usually earlier than main entry.
Didn't get a place? Ask about waiting lists
Independent schools manage their own admissions. If you are not offered a place at Beech Grove School, ask about the waiting list and whether a late application is possible.
Beech Grove School results and attendance
KS2 results
N/A
A-Level results
N/A
Attendance
N/A
Free school meals
N/A
SEND support at Beech Grove School
SEND setting
Mainstream school
SEND provision
Provides support for additional learning needs
Specialisms
- Additional learning needs identified by the school
How SEND support works
Targeted support and adapted resources where needed
For full details, visit the school's SEND information page.
Wraparound care and nursery at Beech Grove School
Nursery
No
Breakfast club
Please check with the school
After-school club
Please check with the school
Beech Grove School term dates: Kent standard term dates for 2026/27
These are Kent County Council's standard term dates. Your school may use different dates and INSET days, so check the school's website before making plans.
Autumn 1 · 2026
1 Sep-23 Oct
Autumn 2 · 2026
2 Nov-18 Dec
Spring 1 · 2027
4 Jan-12 Feb
Spring 2 · 2027
22 Feb-25 Mar
Summer 1 · 2027
12 Apr-28 May
Summer 2 · 2027
7 Jun-21 Jul
Beech Grove School: frequently asked questions
How do I apply for a place at Beech Grove School?
Beech Grove School is independent, so you apply to the school directly rather than through a council round. Contact the admissions office to arrange a visit and register.
What is Beech Grove School's Ofsted rating?
Ofsted rated Beech Grove School Good at its inspection on 30 April 2024. You can open the full report from the inspection section of this page.
What SEND support does Beech Grove School offer?
Beech Grove School is recorded as a mainstream school. Named areas of need include Additional learning needs identified by the school. The school's SEN information report has the current detail and is linked in the SEND section of this page.
What are Beech Grove School's term dates and INSET days?
Beech Grove School follows the standard Kent pattern for 2026/27, set out term by term on this page. INSET days are set by the school itself, so confirm them on the school's own calendar.
How much are fees at Beech Grove School?
Beech Grove School publishes its current fees on its own website.
Where is Beech Grove School and how do I contact the school?
Beech Grove School is at Forest Drive, Nonington, Dover, Kent, CT15 4FB. The office number is 01304 842980. A map and directions are on this page.
How big is Beech Grove School and what ages does it take?
Beech Grove School has around 86 pupils on roll and covers ages 4 to 19. It is a mixed school taking boys and girls.
About this information. Compiled from published sources including the Department for Education, Ofsted and the school's own website. Last reviewed Summer 2026.
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