Laurel House School
Bradbourne Park Road, Sevenoaks, TN13 3LD
Age range
5 to 15
Gender
Mixed
Pupils
Headteacher
Simone Hopkins
Type
Independent
Ofsted
Not yet graded
Local authority
Kent
About Laurel House School
Based in Sevenoaks, Laurel House School is a special school for children aged 5 to 15 and takes boys and girls. As an independent school it is fee-paying and sits outside the local authority admissions system. The headteacher is Simone Hopkins.
Inspection at a glance
Laurel House School does not currently hold a published overall inspection grade on our records. The most recent inspection activity we hold is dated 25 February 2026. The full inspection report is linked from this page so you can read the inspectors' own words.
Getting a place at Laurel House School
Laurel House School sets its own admissions. Families apply to the school directly rather than through a council application round, and places usually follow a visit, registration and the school's own assessment. 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
Laurel House School is a specialist SEND setting, so every pupil on roll has identified additional needs. Named areas of need it supports include Social, emotional and mental health needs, communication and interaction needs, emotionally based school avoidance. Recorded provision: Specialist school. Support listed by the school includes therapeutic support; forest-school and horticultural activities; personalised learning; support for social interaction. The school's SEN information report is the authoritative source and is linked in the SEND section below.
Laurel House School contact details and location
Laurel House School is at Bradbourne Park Road, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN13 3LD. The school office can be reached on 01732 649099. A map, directions and the school's own website link are on this page.
Ofsted inspection
Ofsted has not published a graded inspection outcome for this school yet, following the inspection of 25 February 2026. Newly registered and recently inspected schools can appear on the Ofsted website before any grades are published. You can check the school's Ofsted page below for the latest position.
Laurel House School admissions and catchment area
This is an independent school
Laurel House School runs its own admissions process. You apply directly to the school, usually with a registration fee, an assessment or taster day, and often an interview. Bursaries and scholarships may be available - ask early.
Official links
Applications go direct to the school - you do not apply through your local council.
How to apply
1. Book a visit or open day
Most independent schools want you to visit before you apply - open days and private tours are both usually offered.
2. Register with the school
Complete the school's registration form and pay the registration fee. Some schools have a waiting list a year or more ahead.
3. Assessment / taster day
Depending on age, this can be an informal assessment, a taster day in class, or a formal entrance test with an interview.
4. Offer and deposit
The school makes an offer directly. A deposit secures the place; check the terms and notice period carefully.
5. Bursaries & scholarships
Ask about means-tested bursaries and scholarships. Deadlines are often earlier than main entry.
Didn't get a place? Ask about waiting lists
Independent schools manage their own admissions. If you are not offered a place at Laurel House School, ask about the waiting list and whether a late application is possible.
Laurel House School results and attendance
KS2 results
N/A
A-Level results
N/A
Attendance
N/A
Free school meals
N/A
SEND support at Laurel House School
SEND setting
Specialist school
SEND provision
Specialist school
Specialisms
- Social
- emotional and mental health needs
- communication and interaction needs
- emotionally based school avoidance
How SEND support works
Therapeutic support; forest-school and horticultural activities; personalised learning; support for social interaction
For full details, visit the school's SEND information page.
Wraparound care and nursery at Laurel House School
Nursery
No
Breakfast club
Please check with the school
After-school club
Please check with the school
Laurel House 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
Laurel House School: frequently asked questions
How do I apply for a place at Laurel House School?
Laurel House School is independent, so you apply to the school directly rather than through a council round. Contact the admissions office to arrange a visit and register.
What is Laurel House School's Ofsted rating?
Laurel House School has no published overall inspection grade on our records at present. You can open the full report from the inspection section of this page.
What SEND support does Laurel House School offer?
Laurel House School is recorded as a specialist school. Named areas of need include Social, emotional and mental health needs, communication and interaction needs, emotionally based school avoidance. The school's SEN information report has the current detail and is linked in the SEND section of this page.
What are Laurel House School's term dates and INSET days?
Laurel House 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.
How much are fees at Laurel House School?
Laurel House School publishes its current fees on its own website.
Where is Laurel House School and how do I contact the school?
Laurel House School is at Bradbourne Park Road, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN13 3LD. The office number is 01732 649099. A map and directions are on this page.
How big is Laurel House School and what ages does it take?
Laurel House School covers ages 5 to 15. 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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