Oriel High School

URN: 134042 • Crawley RH10 7XW

Overview

Name
Oriel High School
URN
134042
Type
Community school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
64.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Philip Stack (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01293880350
Website
Visit
Address
Matthews Drive, Crawley RH10 7XW

Summary

Oriel High School is a mixed community secondary school located in Crawley, West Sussex, with a current enrolment of 1,478 students, slightly above its capacity of 1,450. The school prides itself on fostering a caring and vibrant environment where both students and staff are motivated and dedicated to achieving their best. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in its motto, “Empowered to Achieve, Inspired to Excel,” reflecting its commitment to the holistic development of each child.

The curriculum at Oriel High School is designed to be rich and varied, providing students with engaging learning experiences that cater to their individual needs. The school places a strong emphasis on high expectations, with teachers supporting students to excel in their GCSE and A-level examinations, as noted in the 2019 Ofsted report.

Oriel High School actively engages with the local community, collaborating with primary schools and other organisations to enhance educational provision. The school is equipped with modern facilities, offering a pleasant and spacious setting for learning, and encourages parents and carers to participate in their child’s educational journey.

Key details

LA
West Sussex
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1450
Pupils
1478
Boys
770
Girls
708
FSM %
13.90
Open date
2004-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-10-02
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Sussex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1478 770 708 1450 13.90
2024-09-11 1497 763 734 1450 12.30
2023-09-11 1441 719 722 1450 10.80
2022-09-11 1441 719 722 1450 10.80
2021-09-11 1399 687 712 1450 9.40
2020-09-11 1396 699 697 1450 7.40

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