Amberley CofE Primary School
64%
Capacity
45
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Amberley CofE Primary School
Amberley CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Horsham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 45 pupils on roll, operating at 64% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Amberley CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Elizabeth Martin, it falls under West Sussex local authority.
Amberley CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 11 applications for 4 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 2 were first-preference applications.
Amberley CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 94% recommending the school (16 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Amberley CofE Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Forest School, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Dance, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Eco Club, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.7%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Horsham, Amberley CofE Primary School is one of the options available in the South East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | School Road, Arundel, Horsham, BN18 9NB |
| Headteacher | Elizabeth Martin |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 45 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.7% |
| School Capacity | 45 / 70 (64% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Source: Ofsted, 20 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
16 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed4
11
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
2 families put this school as their 1st choice (18% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
School Road, Arundel
Horsham, BN18 9NB
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