St Mary's Church of England Primary School
74%
Capacity
312
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About St Mary's Church of England Primary School
St Mary's Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Horsham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 312 pupils on roll, operating at 74% capacity.
Ofsted has rated St Mary's Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Samantha Copus, it falls under West Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9491st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 35 in Horsham.
St Mary's Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 57 applications for 31 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Mary's Church of England Primary School include Art Studios, Library, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Football, Cross Country, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Chess, Eco Club, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Horsham, St Mary's Church of England 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Link Lane, Pulborough, Horsham, RH20 2AN |
| Headteacher | Samantha Copus |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 312 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.2% |
| School Capacity | 312 / 420 (74% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9491st of 13,686
Nationally
1413th of 2,034
In South East
22nd of 35
In Horsham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed31
57
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Mary's Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Link Lane, Pulborough
Horsham, RH20 2AN
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