[5] Chailey Heritage School was founded in 1903 by Grace Kimmins and Alice Rennie for children with physical disabilities.

[12][13] In 2005, the House of Commons noted that the school "is nationally recognised for its good practice guidance on intimate care for disabled children".

[16] In addition to their work at Chailey Heritage School they provide specialist services for children and young people with complex neurodisability throughout East and West Sussex.

The foundation specialises in support of children and young people with complex physical disabilities and health needs - predominantly through the Chailey Heritage School.

Futures@Chailey Heritage is the charity's new transition service for young adults with physical disabilities and includes a Life Skills Centre.

[21] Chailey Heritage were employing reputable matrons of a high calibre from the largest voluntary hospital in England.

[22] Searchlight was founded in 1933 by Matron Powell, successor to Dame Grace Kimmins, as a set of workshops and home to teach useful skills and formed under the auspices of the school.