Leechpool Primary School

About Leechpool Primary School

Leechpool 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 417 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 420 places).

Ofsted has rated Leechpool Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Nicola Davenport, it falls under West Sussex local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 47% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11359th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 35 in Horsham.

Leechpool Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 131 applications for 59 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 53 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Leechpool Primary School include Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Cricket, Gymnastics, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Drama.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Horsham, Leechpool 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.

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