Arunside School, Horsham
Horsham, RH12 1RR · West Sussex · primary school
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40th of 192 primary schools in West Sussex we can score, 225 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 4,240 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.6/10 among them, against 6.3/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 75.0 · 78 | 40% | 3.11 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 25% | 1.00 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Arunside School, Horsham overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 75.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 5.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in October 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.6 out of 10 among them, against 6.3 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
The school offers a breakfast club, an after-school club, and activities including Student Council, Playground Leaders, PE Monitors, and Forest School.
Getting in
The published school roll is 413 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who do not reach the higher standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the Forest School sessions?
What Ofsted said about Arunside School, Horsham
Overview
Arunside School continues to be a good school, characterised by a "culture of inclusivity" where pupils are "kind and accepting of one another." Leaders and staff share a "vision of excellence," delivering an "ambitious curriculum" that ensures knowledge builds progressively and supports pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) to "flourish."
Strengths
- Pupils are "eager to come to school" and form "warm relationships" with staff, fostering a positive and inclusive community.
- The curriculum is carefully designed with "high expectations," particularly in mathematics and early reading, where pupils develop confidence and "secure key knowledge in their long-term memories."
- Staff provide "tailored support" for pupils with SEND, ensuring they can "confidently develop their knowledge and understanding."
- Pupils engage in diverse experiences, including "forest school" visits and "democratic circles" debates, which help them learn to "respect others’ opinions" and contribute to society.
- Behaviour is "impressive," with pupils following "well-established routines" and using "kind hands" and "kind words."
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, teachers do not "consistently check whether pupils have learned as much as they should," leading to "gaps in their understanding" and unaddressed misconceptions.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 65% |
| 2023/24 | 60% |
| 2024/25 | 75% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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