Imberhorne School
URN: 126088 • East Grinstead RH19 1QY
Overview
- Name
- Imberhorne School
- URN
- 126088
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Matthew Whatford (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01342323562
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Imberhorne Lane, East Grinstead RH19 1QY
Summary
Imberhorne School is a mixed community secondary school located in East Grinstead, West Sussex, with a current enrolment of 1,573 pupils and a capacity of 1,688. The school is committed to fostering a caring and respectful environment where students can thrive academically and personally. Its vision emphasizes the development of confident, reflective, and resilient individuals who are prepared for life beyond school.
The curriculum at Imberhorne aims to achieve high academic standards while promoting personal conduct and responsibility. The school values compassion, achievement, respect, and endeavour, encouraging students to embrace challenges and learn from their experiences. This ethos is supported by a dedicated staff known for their excellent subject knowledge and a positive approach to teaching, which has been recognized in recent Ofsted inspections.
Imberhorne School also places a strong emphasis on community, ensuring that relationships are central to the school experience. With a focus on inclusivity, the school aims to provide all students, regardless of background, with opportunities for enrichment and personal growth, preparing them for a fulfilling future.
The curriculum at Imberhorne aims to achieve high academic standards while promoting personal conduct and responsibility. The school values compassion, achievement, respect, and endeavour, encouraging students to embrace challenges and learn from their experiences. This ethos is supported by a dedicated staff known for their excellent subject knowledge and a positive approach to teaching, which has been recognized in recent Ofsted inspections.
Imberhorne School also places a strong emphasis on community, ensuring that relationships are central to the school experience. With a focus on inclusivity, the school aims to provide all students, regardless of background, with opportunities for enrichment and personal growth, preparing them for a fulfilling future.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Meet The Governors (governance)
- Essential Information Evenings (sen)
- Attendance and Leave of Absence Requests (sen)
- Essential Information Evenings (sen)
- SEND/Inclusion Provision (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- Admissions - Year 6 to Year 7 Transition (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Sackville School (62.0)
Key details
- LA
- West Sussex
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1688
- Pupils
- 1573
- Boys
- 791
- Girls
- 782
- FSM %
- 11.20
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-03-06
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1573 | 791 | 782 | 1688 | 11.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1615 | 822 | 793 | 1688 | 11.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1575 | 803 | 772 | 1688 | 8.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1575 | 803 | 772 | 1688 | 8.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1553 | 780 | 773 | 1688 | 7.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1576 | 801 | 775 | 1688 | 5.10 |
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