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Farlington School

Horsham, West Sussex, South East · RH12 3PN

A small co-educational independent school spanning ages 3 to 18, Farlington School in Horsham offers both day and boarding places within a Church of England framework. Around 411 pupils are on roll, including a compact sixth form of about 40. The Independent Schools Inspectorate rated the school 'good' overall, with personal development judged 'excellent' and all compliance standards met. A notably high proportion of pupils - just over a third - receive SEN support, suggesting a setting attuned to individual learning needs.

411

Pupils

good

ISI

£23,520

Day fees / yr

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Overview & data

Gender
Mixed
Type
independent (fee-paying) school
Age range
3-18
Pupils
411
Location
Horsham, West Sussex, South East
Website
www.farlingtonschool.com
Telephone
01403 254967

Entrance & admissions

Entry age
11

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Headteacher

Head Mr James Passam

Latest results

Attainment 8

11.9

National average 46.9

GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)

0%

National average 47%

Teaching & academics

Languages have a clear presence here, with French, Spanish and Chinese all taught and Spanish, French and Chinese among the popular GCSE choices alongside humanities subjects such as History and Geography. At A-level, Mathematics and Economics draw the strongest interest, and the school also offers the Extended Project Qualification for those wanting to develop independent research skills. Reported headline attainment figures are low against national averages, so prospective families may wish to discuss results and individual progress directly with the school given its mixed-ability, SEN-aware intake.

Sixth form

Sixth-form pupils
40

Popular A-level subjects

MathematicsEconomics

Qualifications offered

GCSEA-levelEPQ

Learning support & SEN

SEN support
33.58%
EHC plans
0.49%

Arts & extracurricular

Languages

FrenchSpanishChinese

Popular GCSE subjects

SpanishHistoryGeographyFrenchEnglish LanguageDrama & Theatre StudiesDesign & TechnologyChineseBusiness StudiesArt & Design (Fine Art)

Beyond the classroom

Drama is a visible strand of school life, featuring among the popular GCSE subjects, while the broad creative and practical offering also takes in Art & Design and Design & Technology.

Ethos & heritage

Religious character
C of E
Boarding
Yes

Money matters

Day fees (per year)
£7,782 - £23,520
Boarding fees (per year)
£39,420 - £42,705

Inspection reports

ISI rating
good
ISI personal development
excellent
Last inspected
20 February 2024
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The last word

A small, all-through C of E school with day and boarding options, Farlington may suit families seeking individual attention and a strong pastoral focus, reflected in its 'excellent' rating for personal development.

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Farlington School 11+: frequently asked questions

Where is Farlington School located?

Farlington School is located at Strood Park, Horsham, RH12 3PN.

What type of school is Farlington School?

Farlington School is an independent (fee-paying) school in South East.

How many pupils attend Farlington School?

Farlington School has approximately 411 pupils on roll.

What is Farlington School's inspection rating?

Farlington School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "good" at its inspection on 20 February 2024.

Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.