MEPA ACADEMY
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MEPA Academy is a small, specialist independent performing arts school in Maidstone, Kent, catering for students aged 11–16. It uniquely blends a broad academic curriculum with intensive vocational training in dance, singing, acting, and musical theatre. The school was recently inspected by Ofsted (September 2025) and received recognition for creating an inclusive, welcoming environment where pupils achieve well both academically and artistically.
- →Specialist performing arts focus with integrated academic education, appealing to musically or theatrically talented young people
- →Small cohort size (18 pupils noted) enabling individualised attention and close pastoral relationships
- →Recent Ofsted endorsement (September 2025) for outstanding personal development, behaviour, and inclusive ethos
Who thrives here
Pupils with genuine passion for performing arts who seek to blend academic study with vocational training in dance, singing, acting, or musical theatre. Best suited to self-motivated, creative learners who thrive in a small, collaborative environment.
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Contact & visit
27 & 29 EARL STREET, MAIDSTONE, KENT
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at MEPA ACADEMY?
Day fees at MEPA ACADEMY are approximately £16,500 per year (2025/26).
How do you get into MEPA ACADEMY?
MEPA ACADEMY 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 MEPA ACADEMY's exam results?
At MEPA ACADEMY, 0% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is MEPA ACADEMY a boarding school?
MEPA ACADEMY is a day school in England and does not offer boarding.
What is MEPA ACADEMY's latest inspection rating?
Ofsted rated MEPA ACADEMY “Good” (2022).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Inclusive, welcoming ethos where all pupils feel valued and happy to attend
✓Strong focus on personal development, behaviour, and resilience alongside academic and artistic achievement
✓Ambitious staff who know pupils well and raise expectations across both academic and performing arts domains
✓Specialist performing arts provision seamlessly integrated with traditional academics
Common concerns
!Very small cohort (18 pupils) may limit peer diversity and social breadth for some families
!Limited information on wider extracurricular activities (sport, expeditions, service) beyond performing arts focus
!Early-stage school with minimal published alumni or long-term outcomes data