Barns Green Primary School
93%
Capacity
130
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Barns Green Primary School
Barns Green Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Horsham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 130 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 140 places).
Ofsted has rated Barns Green Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Tracey Newbold, it falls under West Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 86% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 637th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 35 in Horsham.
Barns Green Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 51 applications for 20 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.
Barns Green Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (21 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Barns Green Primary School include Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Dance, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Art Club, Eco Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Horsham, Barns Green 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | The Hordens, Barns Green, Horsham, Horsham, RH13 0PJ |
| Headteacher | Tracey Newbold |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 130 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.8% |
| School Capacity | 130 / 140 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (86%)
637th of 13,686
Nationally
87th of 2,034
In South East
1st of 35
In Horsham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
86%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
21 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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
51
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Barns Green Primary School
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Contact Information
The Hordens, Barns Green, Horsham
Horsham, RH13 0PJ
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