Mountfield Heath School
Mountfield Heath School is an independent special school in Robertsbridge for pupils aged 5 to 11. It has 46 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Mountfield Heath School is Outstanding, from an inspection in May 2025.
Ofsted inspection: May 2025.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 5-11 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | John's Cross Road John's Cross Robertsbridge East Sussex TN32 5FA |
| Reference Number | 145980 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 46 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 73.91%
Girls: 26.09% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 2 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 3 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 4 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 5 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Mountfield Heath School is an independent special school that is likely to meet the independent school standards if the planned material change is implemented. The school currently accommodates 44 pupils, all of whom have Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), with a primary focus on autism. This inspection evaluates the school’s readiness to increase its capacity by six pupils in response to increasing demand from the local authority. The leadership demonstrates a deep understanding of the needs of their pupils and has established robust policies and procedures in safeguarding, health, and safety, which are compliant with the latest guidelines.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 20 Mar 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 20 Mar 2025 | Additional inspection |
| 20 Feb 2024 | Standard inspection: |
| 10 Dec 2019 | Standard inspection: |
| 29 Nov 2018 | Pre-registration inspection |
| 12 Jul 2018 | Pre-registration inspection |
| Proposed to open |
Strengths
- Strong leadership with a comprehensive understanding of pupils' needs
- Robust safeguarding systems and policies in place
- Well-maintained and suitable premises for education
- Effective health and safety practices are consistently implemented
In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at Mountfield Heath School were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 100.0% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).
Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.
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1.61 miles |
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Netherfield CofE Primary School
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Battle and Langton Church of England Primary School
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3.16 miles |
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Bodiam Church of England Primary School
Castle Road, Bodiam, Robertsbridge, East Sussex, TN32 5UH |
3.71 miles |
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Hurst Green Church of England Primary School and Nursery
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3.79 miles |
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Etchingham Church of England Primary School
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3.92 miles |
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Burwash CofE School
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4.78 miles |
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| Name | Distance |
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Marlborough House Vinehall School
Vinehall Road, Robertsbridge, TN32 5JL |
0.49 miles |
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Darvell School
Darvell, Brightling Road, Robertsbridge, East Sussex, TN32 5DR |
1.73 miles |
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Robertsbridge Community College
Knelle Road, Robertsbridge, East Sussex, TN32 5EA |
1.91 miles |
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Claverham Community College
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3.29 miles |
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Battle Abbey School
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What is Mountfield Heath School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Mountfield Heath School is Outstanding, from an inspection in May 2025.
When was Mountfield Heath School last inspected by Ofsted?
Mountfield Heath School was last inspected in May 2025.
How many pupils does Mountfield Heath School have?
Mountfield Heath School has 46 pupils on roll.
What age range does Mountfield Heath School cover?
Mountfield Heath School for pupils aged 5 to 11.
Where is Mountfield Heath School?
Mountfield Heath School is at John's Cross Road, John's Cross, Robertsbridge, East Sussex, TN32 5FA.