Falconer School
URN: 117686 • Bushey WD23 3AT
Overview
- Name
- Falconer School
- URN
- 117686
- Type
- Community special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Boys
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 44.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Carmel Fox (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02089502505
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Falconer Road, Bushey WD23 3AT
Summary
Falconer School is a community special school located in Bushey, Hertfordshire, catering specifically to boys aged 11-16 with complex special needs, including Autism, ADHD, and other learning barriers. The school currently has 66 pupils enrolled, with a capacity of 97, and a significant portion (72.7%) of students eligible for free school meals, reflecting the diverse socio-economic context of the community.
The ethos of Falconer School centres on fostering personal and emotional resilience among students. The curriculum is designed to equip boys with essential life skills and academic knowledge, ensuring they achieve their best before transitioning out of the school at Year 11. The dedicated staff work closely with students to support their emotional literacy and social skills, helping them to build meaningful relationships and navigate life successfully.
Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community, and the Headteacher, Mrs C. Fox, invites visits to showcase the supportive environment and the progress students make. Falconer School aims to create a nurturing atmosphere where every child can thrive and prepare for their future pathways.
The ethos of Falconer School centres on fostering personal and emotional resilience among students. The curriculum is designed to equip boys with essential life skills and academic knowledge, ensuring they achieve their best before transitioning out of the school at Year 11. The dedicated staff work closely with students to support their emotional literacy and social skills, helping them to build meaningful relationships and navigate life successfully.
Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community, and the Headteacher, Mrs C. Fox, invites visits to showcase the supportive environment and the progress students make. Falconer School aims to create a nurturing atmosphere where every child can thrive and prepare for their future pathways.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Our SEND Offer (sen)
- School Calendar Dates (calendar)
- News & Events (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Contact Us K (other)
- Exam Policies (other)
- Policies (other)
- More info (other)
- Website Policy (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Meadow Wood School (57.4)
- St Margaret's School (45.7)
- Longwood School (45.4)
- Westwood School (45.2)
- St Hilda's School (36.7)
Key details
- LA
- Hertfordshire
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 97
- Pupils
- 66
- Boys
- 66
- Girls
- 0
- FSM %
- 72.70
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2020-03-04
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Hertfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 66 | 66 | 0 | 97 | 72.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 85 | 85 | 0 | 97 | 67.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 94 | 94 | 0 | 97 | 61.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 94 | 94 | 0 | 92 | 61.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 89 | 89 | 0 | 92 | 58.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 83 | 83 | 0 | 53.00 |
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