Farney Close School

URN: 126139 • Haywards Heath RH17 5RD

Overview

Name
Farney Close School
URN
126139
Type
Other independent special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
55.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sara Hack (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01444881811
Website
Visit
Address
Bolney Court, Haywards Heath RH17 5RD

Summary

Farney Close School, located in Haywards Heath, West Sussex, is an independent special school catering to mixed-gender pupils with a range of educational and emotional needs. With a current enrolment of 81 students and a capacity of 100, the school provides both day and residential placements, focusing on nurturing academic and social development for those with Education Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).

The school supports children facing challenges such as social, emotional, and mental health needs, ADHD, autism, and learning difficulties. Farney Close is committed to creating a warm and caring environment where dedicated staff foster strong relationships with pupils, enabling them to make exceptional progress. The curriculum is complemented by a highly effective careers programme that guides students as they transition through their education.

Founded over 75 years ago as a non-profit charity, Farney Close has a rich history of supporting children from diverse backgrounds. The school continues to uphold its ethos of inclusivity and care, ensuring that all pupils receive the education and support they need to thrive.

Key details

LA
West Sussex
Age range
9 - 18
Boarders
Boarding school
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
100
Pupils
81
Boys
66
Girls
15
FSM %
Open date
1958-03-17
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-10-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Sussex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 81 66 15 100
2024-09-11 71 58 13 100
2023-09-11 62 50 12 100 0.00
2022-09-11 62 50 12 72 0.00
2021-09-11 48 37 11 72 0.00
2020-09-11 45 34 11 72 0.00

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