Chailey Heritage School (part of Chailey Heritage Foundation) (Independent List 41)

Service

Chailey Heritage Foundation is a pioneering charity providing education, care and transition services for young people with complex physical disabilities and health needs. Part of the Foundation, Chailey Heritage School is a non-maintained day and residential special school offering education and care for young people aged 3 to 19. Up to 52 week on-site residential care is available for children and young adults.

What we do:

For Chailey Heritage Schools, referrals are required usually from Local Authorities. Fees are payable by Local Authorities and/or other funding bodies. Private placements are available.
Highly trained and specialist staff including Advanced Specialist Practitioners in Sensory Impairment and SPMLD, Assistive Technologist,
Facilities include Patchwork Farm, a Hydrotherapy Pool, Hippotherapy, independent Advocacy service, overnight accommodation for parents to hire., family room to use.
Therapies and 24 nursing care with access to Drs and Consultants from Chailey Clinical, part of the Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust
Transition service for adults aged 19-25 and on-site facilities include a Life Skills Centre and the Hub. The 'Pathways' service provides support at home and in the community.

Our users say:

"Being able to access the staff and facilities available at the School and Chailey Clinical is key to helping our daughter unlock and achieve her potential."