Arunside School, Horsham
99%
Capacity
416
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Arunside School, Horsham
Arunside School, Horsham is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Horsham community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 416 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Arunside School, Horsham "Good", the school is led by headteacher Donna Jagger, it falls under West Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7929th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 35 in Horsham.
Arunside School, Horsham is a popular choice with families — it received 196 applications for 59 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 76 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Arunside School, Horsham include Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Cricket, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Chess, Book Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Horsham, Arunside School, Horsham 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Blackbridge Lane, Horsham, Horsham, RH12 1RR |
| Headteacher | Donna Jagger |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 416 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.8% |
| School Capacity | 416 / 420 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (13 Sept 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 18 Dec 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7929th of 13,686
Nationally
1159th of 2,034
In South East
18th of 35
In Horsham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
196
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
76 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Blackbridge Lane, Horsham
Horsham, RH12 1RR
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