Valence School
Westerham Road, Westerham, TN16 1QN
Age range
Ages 4 to 19
Gender
Mixed
Pupils
132
Headteacher
Mr Matthew Strange
Type
Specialist
Ofsted
Good
Local authority
Kent
Sixth form
Yes
Boarding
Yes
About Valence School
Valence School is a specialist school in Westerham, Kent, serving pupils aged 4 to 19. It admits both boys and girls. The school has a sixth form. The school offers boarding.
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 physical disability. 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
Not published
Attendance
100% − absence
Free school meals
SEND
SEND setting
Specialist school
SEND provision
Specialist school: OTH - Other Difficulty/Disability; PD - Physical Disability
Specialisms
Physical disability
Wraparound & nursery
Nursery
No
Breakfast club
Please check with the school
After-school club
Please check with the school
Valence 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 Valence School
Local help for families near Valence School
Tutors & 11+
Vetted tutors serving Westerham and surrounding villages, covering Kent Test, GCSE and A-Level.
Coming soonClubs & activities
Sport, arts, drama and holiday clubs near Westerham.
Coming soonParent services
Childminders, SEND support, family therapists and practical help for Kent parents.
Coming soonFrequently asked
What type of school is Valence School?
Valence School is a maintained specialist school. It admits both boys and girls.
What age range does Valence School cover?
Valence School serves pupils aged 4 to 19.
What SEND support does Valence School offer?
Valence School is a specialist school. Areas of SEND support include physical disability.
What is Valence School's Ofsted rating?
Ofsted rated Valence School Good after its inspection on 18 June 2025.
Where is Valence School?
Valence School is at Westerham Road, Westerham, Kent, TN16 1QN.
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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