Schools

School places

Find out how to apply for a school place in Kent.
Find a school

Search for schools in Kent by type, district or postcode.
Term dates

Find school term dates for this school year and the upcoming years.
School attendance

Information on school attendance, absences, truancy and exclusions.
School transport

Includes KCC Travel Saver KCC 16+ Travel Saver school transport for SEND free school transport
Free school meals

If you have children under 19 and in full time education, you may be able to get free school meals for them. You can apply online now.
Emergency school closures

Register to receive free email alerts when your child's school is closed due to bad weather or other emergencies.
School age

What age your child can start school and what age they can leave school.
School uniform

Each school has its own uniform policy. We cannot provide money to help you pay for your child's uniform.
School consultations

Have your say on changes to schools in Kent, including proposals to close, merge or change the location of Kent schools.
School governors

Find out what the governing body does, how to become a school governor or a clerk to the governors and support available.
School complaints

Find out how to make a complaint about your school.
Education provision

Find out about how we ensure there are enough education places located in the right areas for all learners.
The Education People

The Education People supplies a range of educational support services to schools.