Thakeham Primary School
99%
Capacity
104
Pupils
5.9x
Demand
About Thakeham Primary School
Thakeham 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 104 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated Thakeham Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Liam McDonald, it falls under West Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7832nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 35 in Horsham.
Thakeham Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 89 applications for 15 places, making it 5.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), 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 Thakeham Primary School include Sensory Room, Library, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Rounders, Football, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Chess, Science Club, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Horsham, Thakeham 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 | Rock Road, Pulborough, Horsham, RH20 3AA |
| Headteacher | Liam McDonald |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 104 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.6% |
| School Capacity | 104 / 105 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Mar 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 18 Nov 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7832nd of 13,686
Nationally
1131st of 2,034
In South East
17th of 35
In Horsham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
0%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed15
89
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Rock Road, Pulborough
Horsham, RH20 3AA
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