Reporting Protocol

How to raise a safeguarding concern

If you have a concern about a child or young person at The Quest School, use the verified channel below.

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Contact the Designated Safeguarding Lead

This address routes directly to the safeguarding team at The Quest School.

Email [email protected]
Read the school's safeguarding policy (PDF) ?title=Safeguarding&pid=29

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Ofsted 2026

Inspection summary

Ofsted Rating Outstanding
Safeguarding Not assessed
Last Ofsted Inspection 23 September 2025
Framework OLD
School Details

At a glance

Establishment data from the DfE Get Information about Schools (GIAS) register, Bell 3, The Hop Farm, Maidstone Road, Paddock Wood, TN12 6PY.

Establishment Type Other independent special school
Phase of Education Not applicable
Status Open
Headteacher Mrs Nicola Keyes Mrs Louise Smyth
Number on Roll 27
School Capacity 30
Telephone 01732522700
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