Ingfield Manor School
URN: 135814 • Billingshurst RH14 9AX
Overview
- Name
- Ingfield Manor School
- URN
- 135814
- Type
- Non-maintained special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 63.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- James Winchester (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01403782294
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Ingfield Manor Drive, Billingshurst RH14 9AX
Summary
Ingfield Manor School is a non-maintained special school located in Billingshurst, West Sussex, catering to students aged 3–19 with neurological motor impairments, such as cerebral palsy, as well as associated medical and sensory needs. The school is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment where each student is valued as an individual. Guided by the principles of Conductive Education, Ingfield Manor focuses on holistic development, enhancing not only academic skills but also physical, communication, and social abilities.
The school offers a tailored curriculum across three provisions: the main school, Woodview for secondary students with speech and communication needs, and Acorns, a residential facility for students aged 7–19. Ingfield Manor employs a transdisciplinary team of specialists, including nursing and therapy staff, to ensure comprehensive support for each student’s unique requirements.
With a capacity of 100 students and a current enrolment of 71, Ingfield Manor School also fosters strong relationships with external organisations and professionals to enhance the educational experience. The school’s idyllic 17-acre grounds provide a conducive learning environment, featuring resources such as a sensory room and woodland classroom.
The school offers a tailored curriculum across three provisions: the main school, Woodview for secondary students with speech and communication needs, and Acorns, a residential facility for students aged 7–19. Ingfield Manor employs a transdisciplinary team of specialists, including nursing and therapy staff, to ensure comprehensive support for each student’s unique requirements.
With a capacity of 100 students and a current enrolment of 71, Ingfield Manor School also fosters strong relationships with external organisations and professionals to enhance the educational experience. The school’s idyllic 17-acre grounds provide a conducive learning environment, featuring resources such as a sensory room and woodland classroom.
Useful links
- News & Events (calendar)
- Home (other)
- About us (other)
- Acorns (other)
- Woodview (other)
- Parents & Professionals (other)
- Inspection Reports (other)
- Safeguarding (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Chalkhill Education Centre, Chalkhill Hospital (72.7)
- Herons Dale School (71.6)
- Queen Elizabeth II Silver Jubilee School, Horsham (67.9)
- St Anthony's School (65.3)
- Philpots Manor School (64.6)
Key details
- LA
- West Sussex
- Age range
- 3 - 19
- Boarders
- Boarding school
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 100
- Pupils
- 71
- Boys
- 46
- Girls
- 25
- FSM %
- 32.80
- Open date
- 2009-03-06
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-11-28
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 71 | 46 | 25 | 100 | 32.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 69 | 45 | 24 | 100 | 27.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 49 | 33 | 16 | 80 | 41.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 49 | 33 | 16 | 70 | 41.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 49 | 32 | 17 | 70 | 28.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 51 | 33 | 18 | 70 | 23.30 |
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