Jolesfield CofE Primary School
72%
Capacity
151
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Jolesfield CofE Primary School
Jolesfield CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Horsham community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 151 pupils on roll, operating at 72% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Jolesfield CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Vicky Price, it falls under West Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5120th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 35 in Horsham.
Jolesfield CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 45 applications for 23 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Jolesfield CofE Primary School include Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Library, Art Studios, Forest School, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Tennis, Gymnastics, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Horsham, Jolesfield 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Littleworth Lane, Horsham, Horsham, RH13 8JJ |
| Headteacher | Vicky Price |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 151 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.3% |
| School Capacity | 151 / 210 (72% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5120th of 13,686
Nationally
712th of 2,034
In South East
10th of 35
In Horsham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
7%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
45
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Littleworth Lane, Horsham
Horsham, RH13 8JJ
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