Farlington School
School summary
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.
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Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- good
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 20 February 2024
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.
Languages
GCSE subjects
Head · Mr James Passam
Sixth form
- Sixth-form pupils
- 40
Popular A-level subjects
Qualifications offered
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.
School life & ethos
- Religious character
- C of E
- Boarding
- Yes
- SEN support
- 33.58%
- EHC plans
- 0.49%
Fees & bursaries
- Day fees (per year)
- £7,782 - £23,520
- Boarding fees (per year)
- £39,420 - £42,705
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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
Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.