William Penn School
URN: 126002 • Horsham RH13 8GR
Overview
- Name
- William Penn School
- URN
- 126002
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Quaker
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 50.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Anna Constable (Acting Head) (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01403741274
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Brooks Green Road, Horsham RH13 8GR
Summary
William Penn Primary School is a voluntary controlled primary school located in Horsham, West Sussex, with a current enrolment of 81 pupils and a capacity of 105. The school aims to provide a nurturing and stimulating environment where children can reach their full potential in preparation for secondary education. The ethos of the school is rooted in Quaker values, emphasizing reflection, equality, friendship, peace, simplicity, and integrity.
The curriculum at William Penn is designed to be broad, progressive, and ambitious, focusing on fostering curiosity among students. The dedicated teaching staff work collaboratively with parents, governors, and the wider community to deliver a rich educational experience. The school also offers various extracurricular activities and after-school clubs to enhance student engagement and development.
Parents are encouraged to participate in the school community, with opportunities for involvement through events and open mornings for prospective families. The school prioritizes communication and support, ensuring that families feel welcomed and informed throughout their children's educational journey.
The curriculum at William Penn is designed to be broad, progressive, and ambitious, focusing on fostering curiosity among students. The dedicated teaching staff work collaboratively with parents, governors, and the wider community to deliver a rich educational experience. The school also offers various extracurricular activities and after-school clubs to enhance student engagement and development.
Parents are encouraged to participate in the school community, with opportunities for involvement through events and open mornings for prospective families. The school prioritizes communication and support, ensuring that families feel welcomed and informed throughout their children's educational journey.
Useful links
- Governor Profiles (governance)
- Co-opted Governors (governance)
- Foundation Governors (governance)
- Governors (governance)
- Local Authority Governor (governance)
- Parent Governors (governance)
- Staff Governor (governance)
- What do the Governors do? A Parents' Guide (governance)
- Absence (sen)
- SEND and Inclusion (sen)
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
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 105
- Pupils
- 81
- Boys
- 43
- Girls
- 38
- FSM %
- 14.80
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-03-12
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 81 | 43 | 38 | 105 | 14.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 91 | 57 | 34 | 105 | 13.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 109 | 64 | 45 | 105 | 10.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 109 | 64 | 45 | 105 | 10.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 107 | 58 | 49 | 105 | 6.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 84 | 45 | 39 | 105 | 8.40 |
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