Weald School, The
URN: 126068 • Billingshurst RH14 9RY
Overview
- Name
- Weald School, The
- URN
- 126068
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 89.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sarah Edwards (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01403787200
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Station Road, Billingshurst RH14 9RY
Summary
The Weald School, located in Billingshurst, West Sussex, is a mixed community secondary school with a current enrolment of 1,784 students and a capacity of 1,812. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive environment where every individual is valued, promoting a culture of opportunity and community. The ethos encourages students to take risks and embrace challenges while feeling safe and supported, preparing them for future success.
Academically, The Weald School emphasizes high standards and strong relationships, aiming to develop not only students' knowledge but also their character as responsible citizens. The school promotes excellent attendance, punctuality, and respect among students, which are considered essential norms. The curriculum is designed to provide a well-rounded education that equips students for life beyond school.
The Weald is part of the Horsham Locality Soft Federation, collaborating with other local schools to enhance educational opportunities for all students. The governing body, which includes a mix of local authority, parent, co-opted, and staff governors, plays a vital role in supporting the school’s mission and ensuring that the community's needs are met.
Academically, The Weald School emphasizes high standards and strong relationships, aiming to develop not only students' knowledge but also their character as responsible citizens. The school promotes excellent attendance, punctuality, and respect among students, which are considered essential norms. The curriculum is designed to provide a well-rounded education that equips students for life beyond school.
The Weald is part of the Horsham Locality Soft Federation, collaborating with other local schools to enhance educational opportunities for all students. The governing body, which includes a mix of local authority, parent, co-opted, and staff governors, plays a vital role in supporting the school’s mission and ensuring that the community's needs are met.
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Nearby alternatives
- Downlands Community School (80.5)
- Bishop Luffa School, Chichester (76.4)
- The Sir Robert Woodard Academy (76.4)
- St Paul's Catholic College (76.1)
- The St Philip Howard Catholic High School (75.4)
Key details
- LA
- West Sussex
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1812
- Pupils
- 1784
- Boys
- 891
- Girls
- 893
- FSM %
- 12.80
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2013-10-24
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1784 | 891 | 893 | 1812 | 12.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1745 | 873 | 872 | 1812 | 11.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1786 | 943 | 843 | 1812 | 9.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1786 | 943 | 843 | 1812 | 9.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1804 | 935 | 869 | 1812 | 8.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1735 | 893 | 842 | 1640 | 7.70 |
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