Special school · Kent

The Beacon Folkestone

Special
Ages 3–19
Sixth form

Term dates

Special schools can set their own term dates. Many follow Kent council's dates, shown below as a guide, but check with the school, especially for INSET days.

2026/27

2027/28

See Kent's full dates

Admissions

Places at special schools are usually arranged through an education, health and care (EHC) plan, agreed with the council.

How EHC plans work on GOV.UK

About and location

Type: Special school
Phase: Special
Ages: 3–19
Pupils: 469 (capacity 354)
Gender: Mixed
Academy trust: Kent Special Educational Needs Trust (KSENT)
Phone: 01303847555
Address: Park Farm Road, Folkestone, CT19 5DN
Website: thebeacon.kent.sch.uk

Official school record, including Ofsted reports

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