St James' CofE Primary School, Coldwaltham
50%
Capacity
53
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About St James' CofE Primary School, Coldwaltham
St James' CofE Primary School, Coldwaltham is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Horsham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 53 pupils on roll, operating at 50% capacity.
Ofsted has rated St James' CofE Primary School, Coldwaltham "Good", the school is led by headteacher Elizabeth Martin, it falls under West Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 27% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13374th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 35th out of 35 in Horsham.
St James' CofE Primary School, Coldwaltham is a popular choice with families — it received 20 applications for 6 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 6 were first-preference applications.
St James' CofE Primary School, Coldwaltham parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 96% recommending the school (23 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 St James' CofE Primary School, Coldwaltham include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Library, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Gymnastics, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Science Club, Eco Club, Chess, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Horsham, St James' CofE Primary School, Coldwaltham 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Church Lane, Pulborough, Horsham, RH20 1LW |
| Headteacher | Elizabeth Martin |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 53 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.2% |
| School Capacity | 53 / 105 (50% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Feb 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (27%)
13374th of 13,686
Nationally
1992nd of 2,034
In South East
35th of 35
In Horsham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
27%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
23 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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed6
20
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
6 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St James' CofE Primary School, Coldwaltham
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Church Lane, Pulborough
Horsham, RH20 1LW
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Opening Hours
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