Fern House School and College, Frodsham
Fern House School and College is a special school for pupils aged 7 to 19 in Frodsham.
Data last updated 1 Nov 2026
Fern House School and College in detail
Compared with nearby schools
The nearest other special schools to Fern House School and College are Thrive Education and Wellbeing (3.6 miles); iMap Centre (4 miles, Good, selective); The Cavendish High Academy (4.4 miles, Outstanding); and Hope Corner School (4.6 miles, Good).
Thrive Education and WellbeingiMap CentreThe Cavendish High AcademyHope Corner School
Who goes there
Almost every pupil at Fern House School and College has an education, health and care plan (16 of 16 in 2026).
Getting there
The nearest railway station is Mouldsworth Rail Station, about 1.7 miles away in a straight line.
1 bus stop is within a five-minute walk; the closest is Birch Hill (near), 370 metres away.
The area around the school
In August 2026, police recorded 0 crimes within a mile of the school. That is well below the typical figure around schools in Cheshire West and Chester (71).
Sources: DfE school census and special educational needs statistics; NaPTAN (Department for Transport); English Indices of Deprivation 2025 (MHCLG); data.police.uk street-level crime
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 2 years agoOverall
Ofsted Insights
From Ofsted's April 2025 inspection report.
What This School Does Well
The school has thoughtfully designed its curriculum to meet the needs of pupils who may join with gaps in their knowledge. Leaders have strong expertise in supporting pupils with special educational needs and have created flexible programmes, including personal, social and health education. The school is committed to helping pupils become independent through real-life experiences, work placements, and community partnerships.
Key Strengths
- Well-designed curriculum tailored to pupils' needs with thorough staff training programmes
- Strong safeguarding systems in place with experienced leadership and clear policies
- Comprehensive assessment procedures to identify pupils' starting points and track progress
- Planned community partnerships offering work experience and real-life learning opportunities
- Secure premises with suitable teaching spaces, sensory areas, and outdoor facilities
Safeguarding
Safeguarding is effective with a qualified designated safeguarding lead in place, clear policies published online, and training tailored to pupils' vulnerabilities and online safety.
Extracurricular Activities
Work experience, trips and visits, visiting speakers
Fern House School and College is a new independent school designed to support pupils with a range of needs, including those with special educational needs and disabilities. The school is likely to meet all independent school standards when it opens.
At a Glance
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
How Does This School Compare?
Ranked against 5 nearby schools
Keep up with Fern House School and College
Nurseries
The nearest nurseries and pre-schools to Fern House School and College, with their latest published grades:
- Manley and Mouldsworth Pre-School Playgroup - Pre-school, 0.9 milesOfsted, 28 April 2023: Good overall; safeguarding is effective
- Ashton House Nursery - Day nursery, 1.7 milesOfsted, 16 September 2022: Good overall; safeguarding is effective
- KiddiCove Day Nursery Limited - Day nursery, 1.8 milesOfsted report card, 23 July 2026: Strong standard in 6 areas; safeguarding standards met
- Thrive Frodsham Hill - Day nursery, 2.1 milesOfsted, 31 May 2022: Good overall; safeguarding is effective
Getting There
Bus Stops
Safety and surroundings
Road collisions within 500 m (2021 to 2025)
No injury road collisions were reported to the police within 500 m of the school's mapped location in 2021 to 2025.
The typical figure for schools in Cheshire West and Chester is 7 (the median across 184 schools, same distance and years).
Serious and slight are DfT estimates (severity adjustment). Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19), Open Government Licence v3.0.
Commute and house prices
Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
40%
Available places
16 pupils
40 places
24 spare places
as recorded on GIAS
Across Cheshire West and Chester council
Places available
4,194
Applications
3,482
Got 1st preference
95.0%
Got preferred school
98.9%
All secondary applications across Cheshire West and Chester council (2026/27), not just this school.
Inspection History
SEND & SEN Provision
SEN Overview
0
SEN Support
16
EHC Plans
100.0%
of Total Pupils
2026 academic year
Provision & Specialist Facilities
Fern House School and College is not approved under Section 41 of the Children and Families Act 2014.
Source: GIAS, Department for Education.
Pupils by Need Type
No need-level breakdown available
Pupil Demographics
Key Indicators
16
Total Pupils
11
Boys
5
Girls
2026 academic year
Feeder Primary Schools
Primary schools that likely feed into this school, based on proximity
Fern House School and College
Questions parents ask about Fern House School and College
How many pupils go to Fern House School and College?
Fern House School and College has around 16 pupils on roll.
Does Fern House School and College have specialist SEN provision?
Fern House School and College is not approved under Section 41 of the Children and Families Act 2014.
How many road collisions happen near Fern House School and College?
No injury road collisions were reported to the police within 500 m of the school's mapped location in 2021 to 2025. The typical figure for schools in Cheshire West and Chester is 7 (the median across 184 schools, same distance and years).
Where is Fern House School and College?
Fern House School and College is at New Pale Road, Kingswood, Frodsham, WA6 6LB.
Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19)