West Chiltington Community Primary School
90%
Capacity
189
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About West Chiltington Community Primary School
West Chiltington Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Horsham community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 189 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated West Chiltington Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Drummond, 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 7808th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 35 in Horsham.
West Chiltington Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 72 applications for 30 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
West Chiltington Community Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 93% recommending the school (45 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at West Chiltington Community Primary School include Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Rounders, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Choir, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Horsham, West Chiltington 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | East Street, Pulborough, Horsham, RH20 2JY |
| Headteacher | Helen Drummond |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 189 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.9% |
| School Capacity | 189 / 210 (90% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Feb 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7808th of 13,686
Nationally
1125th of 2,034
In South East
16th 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
10%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
45 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
2025/26Oversubscribed30
72
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About West Chiltington Community Primary School
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Contact Information
East Street, Pulborough
Horsham, RH20 2JY
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