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
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.
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.
Useful links
- GOVERNORS / DIRECTORS (governance)
- SEND DEPARTMENT (sen)
- THE HUSH (SENSORY ROOM) (sen)
- CURRICULUM OVERVIEW (download)
- HOME (other)
- KEY POLICIES (other)
- REFERRALS (other)
- SAFEGUARDING (other)
- TERM DATES (other)
- EMAIL LOGIN (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Chalkhill Education Centre, Chalkhill Hospital (72.7)
- Brantridge School (54.0)
- My Choice School - Oak House (48.2)
- Ardingly College (48.2)
- Central Education Ltd (45.4)
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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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