Spring Grove School
School summary
Small and intimate, Spring Grove School caters for children from the age of two through to eleven, with around 185 pupils on roll. The generous pupil-to-teacher ratio of roughly 8.6 to one reflects a setting where individual attention is built into daily life. Located in Ashford, Kent, this mixed independent school earned an "excellent" rating from the Independent Schools Inspectorate, the highest grade available, and met all compliance requirements. Its personal development provision was also judged excellent, suggesting pastoral care is taken as seriously as academics.
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Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 7 February 2023
Teaching & academics
The ISI's "excellent" judgements point to a school delivering strong outcomes across the board. Around 15.5 per cent of pupils receive SEN support, indicating the school is set up to accommodate a range of learning needs within its small classes. Academic scholarships are available, alongside awards in music and drama, recognising and rewarding particular talents.
Head · Mrs Therésa Jaggard
Beyond the classroom
Provision for the arts is signalled by the dedicated music and drama scholarships, which sit alongside the academic award. With an emphasis on personal development rated excellent by inspectors, the wider experience appears to extend well beyond the classroom.
School life & ethos
- Boarding
- No
- SEN support
- 15.5%
- EHC plans
- 0%
Mobile phone policy
No mobile phones allowed in school.
Fees & bursaries
- Day fees (per year)
- £12,855 - £18,105
Schools nearby
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Ashford Preparatory School
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Heath Farm School
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Lorenden Preparatory School
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Spring Grove School 11+: frequently asked questions
Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.