Foreland Fields School
Newlands Lane, Ramsgate, CT12 6RH
Age range
3 to 19
Gender
Mixed
Pupils
291
Headteacher
Mr Adrian Mount
Type
Specialist
Ofsted
Good
Local authority
Kent
Sixth form
Yes
About Foreland Fields School
Foreland Fields School is a mixed special school based in Ramsgate for children aged 3 to 19. It has roughly 291 pupils on roll. On our figures that is above the typical size for a special school in Ramsgate. It is a maintained school within the Kent local authority area. The school has its own sixth form for post-16 study. The headteacher is Mr Adrian Mount.
Inspection at a glance
Ofsted rated Foreland Fields School Good at its inspection on 11 May 2023. The full inspection report is linked from this page so you can read the inspectors' own words.
How the school is performing
Attendance works out at roughly 88.9% (absence 11.1%) (2024/25). Around 51.8% of pupils are eligible for free school meals. Figures come from the Department for Education's published school performance data and are shown in full further down this page.
Getting a place at Foreland Fields School
Foreland Fields School is a special school, so places are arranged through the education, health and care plan process rather than the normal application round. Kent names the school in a child's EHCP after consulting it. 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
Foreland Fields School is a specialist SEND setting, so every pupil on roll has identified additional needs. Named areas of need it supports include Severe learning difficulties. Recorded provision: Specialist school: SLD - Severe Learning Difficulty. The school's SEN information report is the authoritative source and is linked in the SEND section below.
Before and after school
Foreland Fields School offers an on-site nursery. Session times, costs and availability are set by the school, so confirm them before you rely on a place.
Foreland Fields School contact details and location
Foreland Fields School is at Newlands Lane, Ramsgate, Kent, CT12 6RH. The school office can be reached on 01843 863891. 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.
Foreland Fields School admissions and catchment area
No entrance test - you apply on the common application form
Foreland Fields School does not run its own entrance test. Places are allocated by Kent County Council using published oversubscription criteria. Oversubscription criteria usually cover looked-after children, siblings, distance from the school, and (for faith schools) faith criteria.
Official links
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 (autumn term before Reception)
Complete the Primary Common Application Form on the Kent County Council website by mid-January - for September 2026 entry the window ran from Friday 7 November 2025 to Thursday 15 January 2026, and offers were emailed on Thursday 16 April 2026.
2. National Offer Day (mid-April)
You'll be told your allocated school by email - for 2026 entry KCC emailed offers on Thursday 16 April 2026 after 4pm, with offers visible online from 5pm.
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.
4. In-year admissions
Moving mid-year? Apply directly through Kent County Council's in-year admissions team, or in some cases direct to the school.
Didn't get a place? You can appeal
If Foreland Fields 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 offerForeland Fields School results and attendance
KS2 results
A-Level results
Not published
Attendance
Free school meals
SEND support at Foreland Fields School
SEND setting
Specialist school
SEND provision
Specialist school: SLD - Severe Learning Difficulty
Specialisms
- Severe learning difficulties
For full details, visit the school's SEND information page.
Wraparound care and nursery at Foreland Fields School
Nursery
Yes
Breakfast club
Please check with the school
After-school club
Please check with the school
Foreland Fields 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
Foreland Fields School: frequently asked questions
How do I apply for a place at Foreland Fields School?
Places at Foreland Fields School are arranged through the education, health and care plan (EHCP) process. Ask your SEN casework team at Kent to consult the school as part of your child's plan.
What is Foreland Fields School's Ofsted rating?
Ofsted rated Foreland Fields School Good at its inspection on 11 May 2023. You can open the full report from the inspection section of this page.
What SEND support does Foreland Fields School offer?
Foreland Fields School is recorded as a specialist school. Named areas of need include Severe learning difficulties. The school's SEN information report has the current detail and is linked in the SEND section of this page.
Does Foreland Fields School have a nursery or wraparound care?
Foreland Fields School offers a nursery. Times, costs and availability are set by the school, so check directly before booking.
What are Foreland Fields School's term dates and INSET days?
Foreland Fields 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.
Where is Foreland Fields School and how do I contact the school?
Foreland Fields School is at Newlands Lane, Ramsgate, Kent, CT12 6RH. The office number is 01843 863891. A map and directions are on this page.
How big is Foreland Fields School and what ages does it take?
Foreland Fields School has around 291 pupils on roll and covers ages 3 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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