Heathfield Special School

URN: 116607 • Fareham PO14 3BN

Overview

Name
Heathfield Special School
URN
116607
Type
Community special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
55.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Rachel Weldon (since 2025) , Interim Executive Headteacher
Telephone
01329512804
Website
Visit
Address
Oldbury Way, Fareham PO14 3BN

Summary

Heathfield Special School is a community special school located in Fareham, Hampshire, catering to 141 pupils aged 3 to 11 with moderate to severe learning difficulties. The school provides a nurturing environment for children with additional needs, including autism and speech and language difficulties, ensuring that all pupils have an Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP). The recent OFSTED inspection in October 2022 rated the school as Good across all indicators.

The school's ethos is built on respect, encouragement, happiness, trust, individuality, and confidence, aiming to prepare students for successful transitions in their learning journey. Heathfield prioritises a personalised approach to education, working closely with families and external professionals to identify and overcome barriers to learning.

Heathfield is federated with St Francis School, fostering a collaborative community focused on the well-being and development of all pupils. The dedicated staff strive to provide high-quality provision tailored to meet the diverse needs of children and their families. For more information, parents are encouraged to visit the school and engage with the community.

Key details

LA
Hampshire
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
Pupils
141
Boys
92
Girls
49
FSM %
44.70
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-10-05
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hampshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 141 92 49 44.70
2024-09-11 130 82 48 42.30
2023-09-11 133 88 45 40.60
2022-09-11 133 88 45 40.60
2021-09-11 133 95 38 44.40
2020-09-11 132 101 31 40.90

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