Sherwood Foundation Special School expansion
Sutton Council has approved plans to expand Sherwood Foundation Special School's capacity to meet growing demand for specialist places.
Sutton Council's People Committee approved statutory notices in September 2026 for the expansion of Sherwood Foundation Special School, aiming to increase its capacity to meet growing demand for specialist educational places, particularly for children with complex autism needs. The school's capacity is set to expand to a peak of 289 pupils by 2030, with a long-term capacity of 264 places.
This expansion is intended to bridge the gap before the new Fern Hill Special Free School opens in September 2027. No further council meetings are currently scheduled to discuss the Sherwood Foundation Special School expansion.
Key facts
- Sutton Council's People Committee approved statutory notices for the expansion on September 24, 2026. Source
- The school's capacity will expand to a peak of 289 pupils by 2030. Source
- The long-term capacity for the school is set at 264 places. Source
- The expansion aims to meet demand for specialist educational places for children with complex autism needs. Source
- The expansion is intended to bridge a gap before the new Fern Hill Special Free School opens in September 2027. Source
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