Herons Dale School

URN: 126169 • Shoreham-by-Sea BN43 6TN

Overview

Name
Herons Dale School
URN
126169
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
71.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Isabel Robson (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01273596904
Website
Visit
Address
Hawkins Crescent, Shoreham-by-Sea BN43 6TN

Summary

Herons Dale School is a community special school located in Shoreham-by-Sea, West Sussex, catering to a mixed-gender population of 145 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 130. The school is dedicated to providing a supportive and inclusive environment where each child's unique needs are met, regardless of their age, ability, or diagnosis.

The school's ethos is encapsulated in its vision statement: "Enabling, valuing and empowering all, in our positive, safe and happy school." This commitment is reflected in their approach to learning, where all achievements, no matter how small, are celebrated, fostering a sense of accomplishment among students and their families.

Herons Dale offers a range of facilities designed to engage pupils in their learning journey. The curriculum is tailored to ensure that every child receives the support they need to thrive, promoting both academic and personal development. The school actively encourages communication and collaboration within the community, reinforcing its role as a vital educational resource in the local area.

Key details

LA
West Sussex
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
130
Pupils
145
Boys
106
Girls
39
FSM %
32.40
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-02-08
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Sussex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 145 106 39 130 32.40
2024-09-11 141 105 36 130 34.00
2023-09-11 135 106 29 130 34.10
2022-09-11 135 106 29 130 34.10
2021-09-11 132 99 33 130 30.30
2020-09-11 126 97 29 125 26.20

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