Special free school · Essex

Chatten Free School

Special
Ages 4–19
Sixth form

Term dates

Special free schools can set their own term dates. Many follow Essex council's dates, shown below as a guide, but check with the school, especially for INSET days.

2026/27

2027/28

See Essex's full dates

Admissions

Places at special schools are usually arranged through an education, health and care (EHC) plan, agreed with the council.

How EHC plans work on GOV.UK

About and location

Type: Special free school
Phase: Special
Ages: 4–19
Pupils: 75 (capacity 75)
Gender: Mixed
Academy trust: HOPE LEARNING COMMUNITY
Admissions: Non-selective
Phone: 01376433150
Address: Rickstones Road, Rivenhall, CM8 3HH
Website: chattenfreeschool.co.uk

Official school record, including Ofsted reports

School details from the Department for Education's register of schools (Open Government Licence). Report a correction.