Southwater Junior Academy

URN: 136865 • Horsham RH13 9JH

Overview

Name
Southwater Junior Academy
URN
136865
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
THE SOUTHWATER JUNIOR ACADEMY
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
64.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Rebecca Toogood (since 2025) , Headteacher Designate
Telephone
01403730475
Website
Visit
Address
Worthing Road, Horsham RH13 9JH

Summary

Southwater Junior Academy (SJA) is a mixed primary academy located in Horsham, West Sussex, catering to pupils aged 7 to 11. With a current enrolment of 445 students and a capacity of 480, SJA operates as a four-form entry school. The academy, which became an academy converter in July 2011, prioritises high educational standards and a strong ethos centred around kindness, resilience, and hard work.

The curriculum at SJA places a significant emphasis on English and Maths while also offering a diverse range of subjects, including Spanish, PE, RE, music, and science, taught by specialist staff. The school is committed to ensuring that all pupils receive the support they need, particularly in areas where they may face challenges, through a knowledgeable inclusion team and tailored interventions.

SJA fosters a supportive community environment, where pupil wellbeing is a priority, evidenced by the school's Wellbeing Award for Schools. The academy values pupil voice and leadership, encouraging students to engage actively in their education and contribute positively to the school community.

Key details

LA
West Sussex
Age range
7 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
THE SOUTHWATER JUNIOR ACADEMY
Capacity
480
Pupils
445
Boys
233
Girls
212
FSM %
9.00
Open date
2011-07-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-06-07
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Sussex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 445 233 212 480 9.00
2024-09-11 436 216 220 480 8.00
2023-09-11 418 203 215 480 7.70
2022-09-11 418 203 215 480 7.70
2021-09-11 422 215 207 480 7.10
2020-09-11 455 243 212 480 5.70

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