Cherry Tree
29 All Saints Avenue, Margate, CT9 5QN
Age range
11 to 17
Gender
Mixed
Pupils
6
Headteacher
Ms Susan Finn
Type
Independent
Ofsted
Outstanding
Local authority
Kent
Fees
Annual fees: £43,999
About Cherry Tree
Cherry Tree is an independent special school in Margate, Kent, for mixed pupils aged 11 to 17. The government database records 6 pupils on roll.
Learning and school life
Cherry Tree provides a small, therapeutic learning environment for young people who need a more individual approach. Teaching and pastoral support focus on re-engagement, emotional development and achievable next steps.
SEND and information for families
Social, emotional and mental health needs. Support includes therapeutic and personalised curriculum; support linked to EHC plans; close pastoral guidance. Families should contact the school directly to discuss suitability, admissions and current provision.
School admissions
Admissions assessment
School's own assessment/admissions process
School results & attendance
KS2 results
N/A
A-Level results
N/A
Attendance
N/A
Free school meals
N/A
SEND
SEND setting
Specialist school
SEND provision
Specialist school
Specialisms
Social, emotional and mental health needs
Wraparound & nursery
Nursery
No
Breakfast club
Please check with the school
After-school club
Please check with the school
Fees
Annual fees: £43,999
Fees vary by year group. Confirm current fees, sibling discounts and any extras directly with the school.
Cherry Tree 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 Cherry Tree
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Vetted tutors serving Margate and surrounding villages, covering Kent Test, GCSE and A-Level.
Coming soonClubs & activities
Sport, arts, drama and holiday clubs near Margate.
Coming soonParent services
Childminders, SEND support, family therapists and practical help for Kent parents.
Coming soonFrequently asked
What type of school is Cherry Tree?
Cherry Tree is an independent special school. It is privately run and is not an academy.
What ages does Cherry Tree take?
Cherry Tree is registered for pupils aged 11 to 17.
What SEND support does Cherry Tree provide?
Cherry Tree supports social, emotional and mental health needs. Its provision includes therapeutic and personalised curriculum; support linked to EHC plans; close pastoral guidance.
What is Cherry Tree's Ofsted rating?
Ofsted rated Cherry Tree Outstanding after its inspection on 1 July 2025.
Where is Cherry Tree?
Cherry Tree is at 29 All Saints Avenue, Margate, Kent, CT9 5QN.
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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