Courtlands Independent Special School
Courtlands Independent Special School is a notably small, independent setting in Worthing, West Sussex, with around 23 pupils on roll. As a specialist school, its compact size allows for a level of individual attention that larger institutions rarely match. The school is led by headteacher Mr Mark Birkbeck and is inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate. It is a mixed school welcoming pupils from age 11.
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Teaching & academics
With only 23 pupils, teaching at Courtlands takes place in a deliberately intimate environment where staff can tailor their approach to each child. Entry at 11 is available through an 11+ process. Families considering the school are encouraged to discuss its specialist provision directly to understand how it might suit their child's needs.
Head · Mr Mark Birkbeck
School life & ethos
- Boarding
- No
- SEN support
- 0%
- EHC plans
- 100%
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A very small specialist independent school in Worthing, Courtlands offers close individual attention that suits families seeking an intimate alternative to mainstream settings.
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Courtlands Independent Special School 11+: frequently asked questions
Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.