Conifers House School, Midhurst
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 9 months agoOverall
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
The school has been carefully planned with deep understanding of SEND provision. Classrooms are designed to be calming and low-arousal, with small class sizes (maximum 8 pupils). The curriculum is flexible and tailored to each pupil's needs, supporting progression towards meaningful qualifications that match their abilities.
Key Strengths
- Well-designed curriculum tailored to individual pupil needs with clear pathways towards accredited qualifications such as GCSEs and functional skills
- Thoughtfully prepared premises with low-arousal classrooms, sensory rooms, and appropriate facilities designed specifically for pupils with SEND
- Strong safeguarding arrangements with appropriately trained designated safeguarding lead and deputy, clear policies, and plans to join local networks
- Experienced proprietor with track record of opening similar schools, employing qualified teachers and senior leaders
- Comprehensive health, safety and risk management including fire safety, first aid, and supervision procedures
Safeguarding
Safeguarding is effective with a robust policy adhering to statutory guidance, appropriately trained safeguarding leaders, and clear procedures for identifying and supporting pupils with SEND.
Conifers House School is a proposed independent special school for pupils aged 5-16 with special educational needs and/or disabilities, all of whom will have education, health and care plans. The school is likely to meet all independent school standards when it opens.
At a Glance
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
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Capacity & Demand
Area Demand Pressure - Midhurst
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Admissions Demand - West Sussex
Places available
9,742
Applications
8,914
Got 1st preference
87.8%
Got preferred school
97.4%
Secondary admissions across West Sussex (2025/26)
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