Cornfield School, Littlehampton
URN: 126170 • Littlehampton BN17 6HY
Overview
- Name
- Cornfield School, Littlehampton
- URN
- 126170
- 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
- 43.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Stuart Simpson (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01903731277
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Cornfield Close, Littlehampton BN17 6HY
Summary
Cornfield School is a community special school located in Littlehampton, West Sussex, catering specifically to boys aged 8 to 16 with social, emotional, and behavioural difficulties. With a current enrolment of 79 pupils, the school aims to provide a nurturing and structured environment that fosters both academic and personal growth. The school operates under the ethos of inclusivity, ensuring that every student has equal access to a broad and balanced curriculum tailored to their individual needs.
The curriculum at Cornfield School focuses on essential life skills, creative arts, and outdoor education, promoting teamwork, resilience, and self-expression. Students receive personalised support in core subjects such as English and Maths, with additional guidance for those requiring extra help. This hands-on learning approach encourages independence and builds confidence, preparing students for successful transitions into adulthood.
Cornfield School is committed to creating a respectful and supportive community where students feel valued and understood. The positive feedback from both students and parents highlights the transformative impact of the school's approach, fostering a sense of belonging and encouraging personal development.
The curriculum at Cornfield School focuses on essential life skills, creative arts, and outdoor education, promoting teamwork, resilience, and self-expression. Students receive personalised support in core subjects such as English and Maths, with additional guidance for those requiring extra help. This hands-on learning approach encourages independence and builds confidence, preparing students for successful transitions into adulthood.
Cornfield School is committed to creating a respectful and supportive community where students feel valued and understood. The positive feedback from both students and parents highlights the transformative impact of the school's approach, fostering a sense of belonging and encouraging personal development.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- Senior Leadership Team (sen)
- SEND Information (sen)
- Request for Absence (sen)
- Absence (sen)
- School Calendar & Term Dates 25/26 (calendar)
- School Calendar & Term Dates 24/25 (calendar)
- Complaints (download)
- Admissions (other)
- School Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Area B - Out of School Learning Service (45.2)
- Convent of the Holy Family School (37.5)
- Firth House Preparatory School (37.5)
- Rosemead School (37.5)
Key details
- LA
- West Sussex
- Age range
- 8 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 72
- Pupils
- 79
- Boys
- 79
- Girls
- 0
- FSM %
- 67.10
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-06-30
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 79 | 79 | 0 | 72 | 67.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 73 | 73 | 0 | 72 | 65.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 63 | 63 | 0 | 72 | 60.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 63 | 63 | 0 | 64 | 60.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 62 | 62 | 0 | 64 | 51.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 60 | 60 | 0 | 64 | 46.70 |
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