Arunside School, Horsham
URN: 125883 • Horsham RH12 1RR
Overview
- Name
- Arunside School, Horsham
- URN
- 125883
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 63.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Donna Jagger (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01403263919
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Blackbridge Lane, Horsham RH12 1RR
Summary
Arunside School is a mixed community primary school located in Horsham, West Sussex, with a current enrolment of 416 pupils and a capacity of 420. The school prides itself on fostering a caring and connected community where children, staff, and families feel valued. The ethos of Arunside is built around its core values of responsibility, kindness, ambition, positive contribution, and excellence, which guide daily interactions and shape the school culture.
The curriculum at Arunside is designed to be broad, balanced, and enriching, aiming to nurture both academic success and personal development. The school places a strong emphasis on creativity, emotional wellbeing, and the holistic growth of each child. Outcomes at Arunside consistently exceed county and national averages, reflecting the school’s commitment to continuous improvement.
Arunside welcomes families from diverse backgrounds and encourages community involvement. The school invites prospective parents to visit and experience the welcoming atmosphere and respectful behaviour of its pupils firsthand, highlighting its dedication to creating a supportive learning environment for all children.
The curriculum at Arunside is designed to be broad, balanced, and enriching, aiming to nurture both academic success and personal development. The school places a strong emphasis on creativity, emotional wellbeing, and the holistic growth of each child. Outcomes at Arunside consistently exceed county and national averages, reflecting the school’s commitment to continuous improvement.
Arunside welcomes families from diverse backgrounds and encourages community involvement. The school invites prospective parents to visit and experience the welcoming atmosphere and respectful behaviour of its pupils firsthand, highlighting its dedication to creating a supportive learning environment for all children.
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Nearby alternatives
- Heron Way Primary School (75.2)
- Southwater Infant School (70.2)
- Kingslea Primary School (65.5)
- Holbrook Primary School (64.7)
- Southwater Junior Academy (64.6)
Key details
- LA
- West Sussex
- Age range
- 5 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 416
- Boys
- 221
- Girls
- 195
- FSM %
- 11.80
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-09-13
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 416 | 221 | 195 | 420 | 11.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 419 | 228 | 191 | 420 | 13.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 401 | 225 | 176 | 420 | 12.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 401 | 225 | 176 | 420 | 12.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 397 | 223 | 174 | 420 | 11.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 360 | 196 | 164 | 420 | 12.50 |
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