Ashurst CofE Primary School
95%
Capacity
53
Pupils
4.3x
Demand
About Ashurst CofE Primary School
Ashurst 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 53 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 56 places).
Ofsted has rated Ashurst CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Smith, it falls under West Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10526th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 28th out of 35 in Horsham.
Ashurst CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 17 applications for 4 places, making it 4.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 4 were first-preference applications.
Ashurst CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (17 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 Ashurst CofE Primary School include Dining Hall, Library, Forest School, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Netball, Rounders, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Choir, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Horsham, Ashurst 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 Lane, Steyning, Horsham, BN44 3AY |
| Headteacher | Sarah Smith |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 53 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.2% |
| School Capacity | 53 / 56 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Sept 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10526th of 13,686
Nationally
1585th of 2,034
In South East
28th of 35
In Horsham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
17 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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed4
17
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
4 families put this school as their 1st choice (24% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ashurst CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
School Lane, Steyning
Horsham, BN44 3AY
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