Break Through School
· DA17 5JX
Break Through School is a small, alternative independent day school in Dartford catering to pupils aged 11–17 with learning difficulties, SEND, speech and language needs, and social-emotional-mental health challenges. The school emphasises personalised, re-engaging curricula and life skills development alongside GCSEs and Functional Skills, positioning itself as a therapeutic and vocational stepping stone to independence rather than a traditional academic institution. With only 40 pupils, it prioritises holistic support, wellbeing, and community integration over exam pressure.
- →Specialist provision for learners with mild-to-moderate learning difficulties, SEND, SLCN, and SEMH in a small, nurturing setting
- →Personalised curriculum combining GCSEs, Functional Skills, and vocational pathways tailored to individual need
- →Strong emphasis on life skills, independence, and social-emotional development alongside academics
- →Transport liaison support through local authorities for eligible families
Who thrives here
Pupils with mild learning difficulties, dyslexia, speech-language-communication needs, or social-emotional-mental health challenges who have struggled in mainstream settings and benefit from smaller class sizes, therapeutic support, and a curriculum centred on practical life skills and vocational pathways.
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Contact & visit
121 Nuxley Road, Belvedere
DA17 5JX
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Break Through School?
Day fees at Break Through School are approximately £19,500 per year (2024/25).
How do you get into Break Through School?
Break Through School admits pupils at 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are Break Through School's exam results?
At Break Through School, 0% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Break Through School a boarding school?
Break Through School is a day school in England and does not offer boarding.
What is Break Through School's latest inspection rating?
Ofsted rated Break Through School “Good” (2022).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Holistic support for social-emotional and mental health needs enabling better engagement with learning
✓Small class sizes and personalised attention responsive to individual learning profiles
✓Emphasis on life skills, independence, and vocational preparation rather than high-pressure academics
✓Welcoming, therapeutic ethos and skilled staff knowledgeable in SEND and SLCN
Common concerns
!Very small pupil cohort (40) may limit peer variety and social opportunity; not yet inspected by Ofsted, so limited independent quality assurance
!Limited information on specialist therapies (OT, SALT, CAMHS integration), exam pass rates, or long-term outcomes data