Bower Grove School
Together we Inspire & Achieve
Bower Grove is a foundation day special school for children and young people aged between 4 and 16 years.
We offer our pupils a high quality of education, accessible to learners of varied abilities and different learning styles, whilst taking into consideration their social, emotional, behavioural and mental health needs.
The school is designated for 225 pupils with learning difficulties, and SEMH needs. Many pupils also have Autism Spectrum Conditions and communication difficulties or ADHD.
Upcoming Events
Save the date for our upcoming alumni event which is an opportunity for former pupils to meet, reconnect, and chat about life since leaving Bower Grove. (More info to follow)
It's WORLD BOOK DAY today, and Bower Grove is joining in too. The theme here is 'mystery', in achnowledgement of the 50th anniversary of Agatha Christie's passing, so all lessons/ activities today are based around this genre: Our pupils and staff! have gone all out with fantastic costumes, and the school is buzzing with creativity and intrigue. Throughout the day, pupils will be taking part in a range of mysterythemed activities, including: Scavenger hunts Arts and crafts Interactive tasks Riddle solving Who-am-I Role play Fingerprinting Secret messages ( --- ... --- ) Escape rooms Sensory activities Even lunch is themed: Baker Street Bangers and Mash, and Dr Watson's Victoria Sponge
Is your child struggling with worries? Join our online parent workshop on 10 March 2026 (3–5pm) to learn helpful strategies and connect with other parents!
Easter Raffle Is Here! Don't forget to get your tickets for a chance to win some fantastic prizes. Tickets: £1 each The raffle will be drawn on 1st April Thank you for supporting our school and good luck to everyone taking part.
https://www.vam.ac.uk/event/abdEvKQXv2/yva-sensory-friendly-family-workshop-mar-2026 Sensory Friendly FREE events at V&A South Kensington. This new monthly workshop is for neurodiverse visitors of all ages and their families. It's a relaxed session, visitors get to design, create and experiment using a mixture of different art materials in the space. The session and activities are inspired by the museum's collections. If you need a break, there will be a breakout space available through the day: one in the event space and another nearby. The breakout space will have a blackout tent, cushions, sensory toys and ear defenders. Sensory Friendly 2026 events are planned for the following dates: 9th May 27th June 18th July 8th August 12th September 10th October 14th November
Parent Letter | Wednesday 25th February 2026 Important updates and reminders for parents
Bower Grove School, Fant Lane, Maidstone, Kent, ME16 8NL
