St Lawrence College in Ramsgate entered administration on 8 April 2026 following a turbulent period of merger proposals, reversals and mounting financial pressures. The sudden closure affected hundreds of pupils, families and staff, and brought uncertainty to the future of the historic 146-year-old school.

The Save SLC Campaign Group has submitted a formal complaint to the Charity Commission raising concerns about governance, financial oversight and decision-making leading up to the collapse. The complaint calls for a full investigation into the events surrounding the closure and the management of the charity. 

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We are looking for the St Lawrence College Community to purchase of the assets of the former school. With the intention of reopening the educational charity in the future. Do you support this endeavour?
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The proposed closure of St Lawrence College will affect every family differently. We want to ensure that the voices of pupils, parents, Old Lawrentians and members of the local community are heard clearly and respectfully.

If you are a current parent, pupil, recent leaver, alumnus or member of the local community we invite you to share your experience. You may wish to describe what the school means to your family, the impact particular teachers or staff have had, how this decision is shaping your child’s future plans, or how it is affecting daily life at school right now along with what the development of the land will mean to you. Personal accounts help illustrate the real educational, social, and emotional significance of St Lawrence College to the Ramsgate community.

Submissions can be as brief or as detailed as you feel comfortable making. With your permission, selected stories may be shared (anonymously if preferred) to help demonstrate the strength, character, and importance of our school.

(If your story requires more space that this form allows, e-mail us directly at contact@savestlawrencecollege.com