Age range
Ages 5 to 16
Gender
Mixed
Pupils
138
Headteacher
Mr John Dexter
Type
Specialist
Ofsted
Good
Local authority
Kent
About Elms School
Elms School is a specialist school in Dover, Kent, serving pupils aged 5 to 16. It admits both boys and girls.
Learning and school life
The curriculum is designed for pupils in the school's age range.
SEND and information for families
This is a specialist school. The school's SEND information covers autism, social, emotional and mental health and moderate learning difficulties. Parents should check the school's latest admissions policy and SEN information report for current details.
School admissions
Admissions assessment
No separate entrance assessment
School results & attendance
KS2 results
A-Level results
N/A
Attendance
100% − absence
Free school meals
SEND
SEND setting
Specialist school
SEND provision
Specialist school: ASD - Autistic Spectrum Disorder; SEMH - Social, Emotional and Mental Health; MLD - Moderate Learning Difficulty
Specialisms
Autism; Social, emotional and mental health; Moderate learning difficulties
Wraparound & nursery
Nursery
No
Breakfast club
Please check with the school
After-school club
Please check with the school
Elms School term dates
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
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Frequently asked
What type of school is Elms School?
Elms School is a maintained specialist school. It admits both boys and girls.
What age range does Elms School cover?
Elms School serves pupils aged 5 to 16.
What SEND support does Elms School offer?
Elms School is a specialist school. Areas of SEND support include autism, social, emotional and mental health and moderate learning difficulties.
What is Elms School's Ofsted rating?
Ofsted rated Elms School Good after its inspection on 14 March 2023.
Where is Elms School?
Elms School is at Elms Vale Road, Dover, Kent, CT17 9PS.
About this information. Compiled from published sources including the Department for Education, Ofsted and the school's own website. Last reviewed July 2026.
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