Bower Grove School
Fant Lane, Maidstone, ME16 8NL
Age range
Ages 4 to 16
Gender
Mixed
Pupils
239
Headteacher
Mrs Maz Cleave
Type
Specialist
Ofsted
Outstanding
Local authority
Kent
About Bower Grove School
Bower Grove School is a specialist school in Maidstone, Kent, serving pupils aged 4 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 and social, emotional and mental health. 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
Specialisms
Autism; Social, emotional and mental health
Wraparound & nursery
Nursery
No
Breakfast club
Please check with the school
After-school club
Please check with the school
Bower Grove 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
Contact Bower Grove School
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Tutors & 11+
Vetted tutors serving Maidstone and surrounding villages, covering Kent Test, GCSE and A-Level.
Coming soonClubs & activities
Sport, arts, drama and holiday clubs near Maidstone.
Coming soonParent services
Childminders, SEND support, family therapists and practical help for Kent parents.
Coming soonFrequently asked
What type of school is Bower Grove School?
Bower Grove School is a maintained specialist school. It admits both boys and girls.
What age range does Bower Grove School cover?
Bower Grove School serves pupils aged 4 to 16.
What SEND support does Bower Grove School offer?
Bower Grove School is a specialist school. Areas of SEND support include autism and social, emotional and mental health.
What is Bower Grove School's Ofsted rating?
Ofsted rated Bower Grove School Outstanding after its inspection on 20 November 2024.
Where is Bower Grove School?
Bower Grove School is at Fant Lane, Maidstone, Kent, ME16 8NL.
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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