Hawthorn

Hawthorn Independent Special School is located in Chartham, Kent, within a rural setting. The school serves a small cohort of young people aged 11 to 18, with total pupil numbers currently at 4, and a capacity of 8. It is a mixed-gender school that provides tailored support for students who experience trauma and mental health difficulties, aiming to reintegrate them into educational settings. The school's ethos is encapsulated in their mission to offer bespoke services that allow students to re-engage with education and society, inspiring them for life beyond the classroom. As an independent special school, it does not follow a conventional admissions policy, reflecting its unique approach to education for students who cannot thrive in mainstream environments.