Fern House School and College
URN: 151440 • Frodsham WA6 6LB
Overview
- Name
- Fern House School and College
- URN
- 151440
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Admissions
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 37.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Amanda Higham (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 07593447245
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- New Pale Road, Frodsham WA6 6LB
Summary
Fern House School and College, located in Frodsham, Cheshire, is an independent special school catering to students aged 7 to 19 with Autism and complex learning needs. With a capacity of 40 pupils, the school focuses on providing a safe and nurturing environment tailored to individual learning styles and preferences. The ethos of the school is built around the core values of Understand, Empower, and Aspire, which guide both academic and personal development.
The curriculum at Fern House is bespoke, designed to meet the unique needs of each student. It emphasizes academic achievement alongside the development of social skills, independence, and life skills. The school employs specialist-trained staff who utilize evidence-informed approaches to support students in overcoming challenges and excelling in their strengths.
Community engagement is also a key aspect of the school's mission, with initiatives such as Coffee Mornings and charity events fostering connections with the local area. Fern House aims to equip students with essential life skills, preparing them for future independence and success.
The curriculum at Fern House is bespoke, designed to meet the unique needs of each student. It emphasizes academic achievement alongside the development of social skills, independence, and life skills. The school employs specialist-trained staff who utilize evidence-informed approaches to support students in overcoming challenges and excelling in their strengths.
Community engagement is also a key aspect of the school's mission, with initiatives such as Coffee Mornings and charity events fostering connections with the local area. Fern House aims to equip students with essential life skills, preparing them for future independence and success.
Useful links
- Special Educational Needs Policy (sen)
- Admissions Policy (download)
- Anti-bullying Policy (download)
- Behaviour Policy (download)
- Complaints Policy (download)
- School Educational Visits Policy (download)
- Exclusion Policy (download)
- Equality & Diversity Policy (download)
- Data Protection & GDPR Policy (download)
- Curriculum Policy (download)
Nearby alternatives
- The Sarah Bartholomew School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Cheshire West and Chester
- Age range
- 7 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 40
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2025-05-14
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 40 |
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