Castlewood Primary School
URN: 131130 • Horsham RH13 9US
Overview
- Name
- Castlewood Primary School
- URN
- 131130
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Kirsty Anstee-Brown (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01403734822
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Castlewood Road, Horsham RH13 9US
Summary
Castlewood Primary School is a community school located in Southwater, Horsham, with a current enrolment of 204 pupils and a capacity of 210. Established in 1997, it operates as a one-form entry school, focusing on developing the whole child to ensure they are 'world-ready' and equipped for lifelong learning. The school promotes a nurturing and inclusive environment, aiming to provide high-quality education alongside a rich and engaging curriculum.
The school prides itself on strong partnerships with parents and carers, who are actively involved in various aspects of school life, including fundraising and volunteering. This collaboration is seen as a key strength of the school. Castlewood has a dedicated staff committed to fostering a positive learning atmosphere, where children are encouraged to work hard, behave respectfully, and take pride in their achievements.
Castlewood Primary School has received a 'good' rating from Ofsted in 2023, reflecting its commitment to high standards in teaching and learning. The school values the importance of community and aims to create a supportive environment for all students.
The school prides itself on strong partnerships with parents and carers, who are actively involved in various aspects of school life, including fundraising and volunteering. This collaboration is seen as a key strength of the school. Castlewood has a dedicated staff committed to fostering a positive learning atmosphere, where children are encouraged to work hard, behave respectfully, and take pride in their achievements.
Castlewood Primary School has received a 'good' rating from Ofsted in 2023, reflecting its commitment to high standards in teaching and learning. The school values the importance of community and aims to create a supportive environment for all students.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- 01403 734822 (other)
- PROSPECTUS (other)
- Home (other)
- Newsletters (other)
- Curriculum (other)
- Our Classes (other)
- Our Team (other)
- Parent Hub (other)
- Policies (other)
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
- 210
- Pupils
- 204
- Boys
- 111
- Girls
- 93
- FSM %
- 3.40
- Open date
- 1997-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-01-11
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 204 | 111 | 93 | 210 | 3.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 201 | 112 | 89 | 210 | 5.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 203 | 115 | 88 | 210 | 4.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 203 | 115 | 88 | 210 | 4.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 192 | 108 | 84 | 210 | 5.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 193 | 105 | 88 | 210 | 4.10 |
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