Clannad Education Centre
Clannad Education Centre is a co-educational independent school in London for pupils aged 8 to 17.
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Our take
Independent co-ed school in Bromley for ages 8–17.
- Children aged 8–17.
- Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
- Fees aren't published. Treat published external fee comparisons with caution and ask admissions directly before shortlisting.
- SEND provision isn't documented in our profile. If your child has an EHCP or specific learning needs, ask admissions about case-by-case capacity before applying.
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Recent coverage
Clannad Education Centre, located in Orpington, Kent, received an 'Outstanding' rating in all areas during its Ofsted inspection conducted from 8th to 10th July 2025. The report highlighted the school's compassionate and highly skilled staff, broad and flexible curriculum, and successful approach to teaching, particularly in prioritising reading and collaborating with families to embed school routines into daily lives. In September 2024, Clannad Children's Home, also in Orpington, achieved an 'Outstanding' rating across all areas in its Ofsted inspection. The inspection praised the home's warm, nurturing environment and trauma-informed, child-centred approach to care, education, and safeguarding. The leadership team was described as 'strong, reflective and ambitious,' fostering a culture of learning and high energy throughout the home. Both institutions are part of Five Rivers Child Care, which has been providing positive, safe, and stimulating environments for children to learn since 2013.
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| Year | Opens | Closes | Reply by | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 1 May 2024 | 15 Oct 2025 | TBC | Closed |
Open events
Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.
Fees
Bursaries & Scholarships
Inspection
Ofsted — 8 Jul 2025
One inspection report on file. Worth reading before booking a visit — covers safeguarding, leadership and overall standard.
Term dates 2025-2026
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Common questions about Clannad Education Centre, answered from this school’s structured profile data. Always confirm specifics with admissions before applying.
What kind of child is Clannad Education Centre best for?+
Independent co-ed school in Bromley for ages 8–17.
How does admissions work?+
Admissions style isn't fully documented in our profile. Contact the school directly using the details in the contact card.
Are fees published?+
Yes — see the Fees table further down the page. Add extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition, registration fees) on top of the base figure before budgeting.
Does the school support SEND?+
Some SEND provision is documented in our profile, but specific conditions supported aren't itemised. Contact admissions for details before applying.
Are there open days?+
1 upcoming open day or tour — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.
How do I contact admissions?+
email at educationsupport@five-rivers.org or phone on 01722 442 725; 01722 435750; 01722 435764; 0345 266 0272. Reference your child's age and intended entry year in the first message.
What similar schools should I compare?+
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