North Heath Community Primary School
90%
Capacity
377
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About North Heath Community Primary School
North Heath Community 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 377 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated North Heath Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nicola Chesshire, it falls under West Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4026th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 35 in Horsham.
North Heath Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 94 applications for 39 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 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 North Heath Community Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Rounders, Football, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Science Club, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Horsham, North Heath Community 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 | Erica Way, Horsham, Horsham, RH12 5XL |
| Headteacher | Nicola Chesshire |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 377 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.2% |
| School Capacity | 377 / 420 (90% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Dec 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
4026th of 13,686
Nationally
544th of 2,034
In South East
6th of 35
In Horsham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
6%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed39
94
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Erica Way, Horsham
Horsham, RH12 5XL
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