Kingslea Primary School
101%
Capacity
426
Pupils
4.4x
Demand
About Kingslea Primary School
Kingslea 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 426 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Kingslea Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alexis Conway, it falls under West Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 83% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1050th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 3rd out of 35 in Horsham.
Kingslea Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 258 applications for 59 places, making it 4.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 82 were first-preference applications.
Kingslea Primary School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.1/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Kingslea Primary School include Music Rooms, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cross Country, Tennis, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Chess, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Horsham, Kingslea 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 | Kings Road, Horsham, Horsham, RH13 5PS |
| Headteacher | Alexis Conway |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 426 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.1% |
| School Capacity | 426 / 420 (101% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Jun 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (83%)
1050th of 13,686
Nationally
136th of 2,034
In South East
3rd of 35
In Horsham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
83%
Expected Standard
13%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
258
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
82 families put this school as their 1st choice (32% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Kings Road, Horsham
Horsham, RH13 5PS
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