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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- 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
Qualifications offered
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 33.58%
- EHC plans
- 0.49%
Arts & extracurricular
Languages
Popular GCSE subjects
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
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.