Birtley House Independent School

About Birtley House Independent School

We are a Specialist School in Kent for children aged 5-11 years (Years 1-6). We cater for pupils who have additional needs whether working below or above age appropriate expectations and for children who require extra nurturing and support.

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Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 5.0

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.5

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

20.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

1.9

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Reviews 3

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Emily J

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"A School that Truly Understands and Supports"

I am so grateful to Birtley House for providing my child with the care and education they so desperately needed. The outdoor learning facilities are fantastic and have helped my child develop social skills and confidence. The school's emphasis on creating, communicating and celebrating has been a game-changer for our family.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Sophia D

Parent Dec 15, 2021

5.0

"Life-Changing Experience for Our Family"

Birtley House has been a revelation for our family. The teachers are kind, patient and truly invested in helping each child reach their full potential. We love the dyslexia-friendly environment and the emphasis on personalized learning. Our child has grown and thrived in a way we never thought possible.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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James T

Parent Jun 20, 2020

4.0

"A Good School, But Not without Its Challenges"

We had a generally positive experience at Birtley House, but it wasn't without its challenges. The school's values and approach to learning are excellent, and our child benefited from the outdoor and creative activities. However, we found the administration and communication to be a bit disjointed at times. Overall, I would recommend Birtley House, but with some caveats.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 3/5

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