Hambrook School
URN: 149912 • Burgess Hill RH15 8HY
Overview
- Name
- Hambrook School
- URN
- 149912
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Admissions
- Selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 36.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Emile Etheridge (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01444220210
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Marle Place, Leylands Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8HY
Summary
Hambrook School is an independent special school located in Burgess Hill, West Sussex, catering to students aged 5-18 with autism and other complex learning needs. With a capacity of 60 pupils and currently serving 50, the school focuses on providing a safe and engaging learning environment that promotes individual growth and development. The ethos of Hambrook School centres around collaboration, ensuring that each student receives tailored educational opportunities designed to meet their unique needs.
The curriculum at Hambrook School is built on best practice strategies and interventions, aiming to empower students to become confident and independent citizens. The school emphasizes the importance of emotional literacy, practical skills, and meaningful partnerships with families and the community. Smaller class sizes facilitate bespoke learning experiences, allowing for more personalised support, including 1:1 assistance when necessary.
Parents and carers are integral to the educational process at Hambrook School, with ongoing support provided throughout their child's journey. The school encourages open communication and collaboration with families to ensure that each child's needs are met effectively, fostering a strong sense of community and shared responsibility in the learning process.
The curriculum at Hambrook School is built on best practice strategies and interventions, aiming to empower students to become confident and independent citizens. The school emphasizes the importance of emotional literacy, practical skills, and meaningful partnerships with families and the community. Smaller class sizes facilitate bespoke learning experiences, allowing for more personalised support, including 1:1 assistance when necessary.
Parents and carers are integral to the educational process at Hambrook School, with ongoing support provided throughout their child's journey. The school encourages open communication and collaboration with families to ensure that each child's needs are met effectively, fostering a strong sense of community and shared responsibility in the learning process.
Useful links
- News & Events (calendar)
- Privacy Policy (download)
- Cookie Policy (download)
- Slavery Statement (download)
- Terms & Conditions (other)
- Policies (other)
- Contact Us (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Referrals and admissions (other)
- Admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Woodlands Meed (57.5)
- West Sussex Alternative Provision College (50.5)
- Abbotsford Community Special School (45.2)
- Mid-Sussex Area Pupil Referral Unit (45.2)
- Newick House School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- West Sussex
- Age range
- 5 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 60
- Pupils
- 50
- Boys
- 37
- Girls
- 13
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2023-08-22
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 50 | 37 | 13 | 60 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 16 | 13 | 3 | 60 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 25 |
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