Valley Park School
Huntsman Lane, Maidstone, ME14 5DT
Ofsted inspection
Rated across 5 areas
Inspected 28/01/2025 · Ofsted no longer gives a single grade
See the Ofsted ratingsPupils
1595
Ages
11 to 18
Gender
Mixed
Age range
11 to 18
Gender
Mixed
Pupils
1595
Headteacher
Mr D Jones
Type
Secondary
Ofsted
Rated across 5 areas
Local authority
Kent
Academy
Yes
Sixth form
Yes
About Valley Park School
Valley Park School is a secondary academy in Maidstone, Kent, serving pupils aged 11 to 18. It admits both boys and girls. The school has a sixth form.
Learning and school life
The curriculum is designed for pupils in the school's age range.
SEND and information for families
This is a mainstream school. Parents should check the school's latest admissions policy and SEN information report for current details.
Ofsted inspection
Ofsted did not give a single overall grade at this inspection (its policy from September 2024).
Quality of Education
How well pupils are taught and what they learn
Behaviour and Attitudes
How pupils behave and their attitude to learning
Personal Development
Support for pupils' wider growth and wellbeing
Leadership and Management
How well the school is run
Sixth Form
Quality of post-16 education
Based on the Ofsted inspection of 28/01/2025.
Valley Park School admissions and catchment area
No entrance test - you apply on the common application form
Valley Park School does not run its own entrance test. As an academy, its governing trust is the admissions authority and sets the arrangements within the national Admissions Code, while Kent County Council coordinates applications and offers. Oversubscription criteria usually cover looked-after children, siblings, distance from the school, and (for faith schools) faith criteria.
Dates and criteria change each year - always confirm with the school and Kent County Council. KCC school admissions →
How to apply
1. Apply on the common application form (September-31 October)
Complete the Secondary Common Application Form on the Kent County Council website. Kent residents can list up to 4 schools in preference order.
2. National Offer Day (1 March)
You'll be told your allocated school by email.
3. Accept and, if needed, appeal
Accept your place by the given date. If you didn't get your preferred school, you have the right to appeal - the school's admissions authority handles this.
4. In-year admissions
Moving mid-year? In-year applications for an academy are usually made direct to the school - check its website for the in-year form, or contact Kent County Council if you need help finding a place.
Didn't get a place? You can appeal
If Valley Park School is not offered on National Offer Day, you can appeal the decision. The appeal is heard by an independent panel and is free to submit.
How to appeal a school offerValley Park School results and attendance
KS2 results
N/A
A-Level results
Average grade · 2025/26
Attendance
Free school meals
SEND support at Valley Park School
SEND setting
Mainstream school
For full details, visit the school's SEND information page.
Wraparound care and nursery at Valley Park School
Nursery
No
Breakfast club
Please check with the school
After-school club
Please check with the school
Valley Park School term dates: Valley Park School term dates
Autumn 1
1 Sep to 23 Oct
Autumn 2
Autumn term 2: 2 Nov to 18 Dec
Spring 1
Spring term 1: 4 Jan to 12 Feb
Spring 2
Spring term 2: 22 Feb to 25 Mar
Summer 1
Summer term 1: 12 Apr to 28 May
Summer 2
Summer term 2: 7 Jun to 21 Jul
Valley Park School: frequently asked questions
What type of school is Valley Park School?
Valley Park School is a secondary academy. It admits both boys and girls.
What age range does Valley Park School cover?
Valley Park School serves pupils aged 11 to 18.
What SEND support does Valley Park School offer?
Valley Park School is a mainstream school. Check the school's SEN information report or contact the SENCO for current support details.
What is Valley Park School's Ofsted rating?
Ofsted rated Valley Park School Good after its inspection on 28 January 2025.
Where is Valley Park School?
Valley Park School is at Huntsman Lane, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 5DT.
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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