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Schools in RH13

A postcode district in West Sussex

  • Postcode district
  • 43 schools and nurseries

In short: RH13 is a postcode district in West Sussex with 18 primary schools, 7 secondary schools and 21 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries4318 primary · 7 secondary · 21 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in RH13

Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.

All RH13 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in RH13

18 in RH13, best first

Heron Way Primary School

Horsham, RH13 6DJ · State · Primary · Ages 4 to 11

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Results well above the England average.

78 first choices, 59 offers made

Met the standard at 1195%

England 62%

Days missed
3.4%
Pupils
417
Pupils per teacher
20.9
View school Heron Way Primary School

Kingslea Primary School

Horsham, RH13 5PS · State · Primary · Ages 4 to 11

  • Ofsted:Strong standard in every area

Results well above the England average.

94 first choices, 60 offers made

Met the standard at 1179%

England 62%

Days missed
3.3%
Pupils
428
Pupils per teacher
22.0
View school Kingslea Primary School

Top Secondary Schools in RH13

7 in RH13, best first

Millais School

Horsham, RH13 5HR · State · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16 · Girls

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well above the England average.

100 first choices, 162 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1654.7

England 46.2

Days missed
8.6%
Pupils
896
Pupils per teacher
13.1
View school Millais School

The Forest School

Horsham, RH13 5NT · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good

Results below the England average.

204 first choices, 216 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1643.1

England 46.2

Days missed
7.8%
Pupils
1,115
Pupils per teacher
18.1
View school The Forest School

Nurseries in RH13

21 in RH13, highest Ofsted grade first

Sixth Forms in RH13

3 in RH13, by the school's Eduscope score

Muntham House School

Horsham, RH13 0NJ · Special · All-through · Ages 5 to 18 · Boys

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
7.0%
Pupils
142
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Muntham House School

Christ's Hospital

Horsham, RH13 0LJ · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19

  • ISI:Inspected

Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
829
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Christ's Hospital

Special Schools in RH13

4 in RH13. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Apple Orchard School

Horsham, RH13 0RQ · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18 · Boys

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
15
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Apple Orchard School

Manor House School

Horsham, RH13 0QX · Independent · All-through · Ages 5 to 18

  • ISI:Inspected

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
72
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Manor House School

Private Schools in RH13

3 in RH13. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Apple Orchard School

Horsham, RH13 0RQ · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18 · Boys

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
15
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Apple Orchard School

Manor House School

Horsham, RH13 0QX · Independent · All-through · Ages 5 to 18

  • ISI:Inspected

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
72
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Manor House School

Christ's Hospital

Horsham, RH13 0LJ · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19

  • ISI:Inspected

Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
829
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Christ's Hospital
The map

Every school in RH13, on one map

Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.

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Horsham Nursery School, GoodColgate Primary School, GoodBarns Green Primary School, Good in every areaHeron Way Primary School, OutstandingLeechpool Primary School, Requires improvementJolesfield CofE Primary School, GoodHoly Trinity CofE Primary School, Lower Beeding, GoodShipley CofE Primary School, GoodSlinfold CofE Primary School and Pre School, GoodWilliam Penn School, Requires improvementSt Peter's CofE (Aided) Primary School, Strong standard in every areaSt Andrew's CofE Primary School, GoodMillais School, GoodChrist's Hospital, InspectedMuntham House School, GoodQueen Elizabeth II Silver Jubilee School, Horsham, OutstandingCastlewood Primary School, GoodManor House School, InspectedApple Orchard School, GoodKingslea Primary School, Strong standard in every areaSouthwater Junior Academy, GoodSouthwater Infant Academy, Expected standard in every areaThe Forest School, GoodLeechpool Caterpillar Nursery & After School Club, GoodCoolham Montessori Nursery School, GoodRabbit Patch Day Nursery, GoodBluecoat Nursery, GoodLittle Barn Owls Forest School Nursery, OutstandingBluebells Day Nursery, GoodHorsham Nursery School Under 3's, GoodHorsham Montessori, GoodThe Southwater Day Nursery & Pre-School, GoodLower Beeding Day Nursery & Pre-School, OutstandingMonkey Puzzle Day Nursery, Needs attention in 3 areasSouthwater Pre-School, GoodLittle Barn Owls, The Orchard, OutstandingNutkins Preschool, Strong standard in every areaBluebells Day Nursery, GoodBarns Green Playgroup, OutstandingSouthwater Village Hall Pre-School, GoodCountry Mice Nursery, GoodPartridge Green Pre-School, GoodColgate Pre-School, Good
  • Outstanding6
  • Good27
  • Requires improvement2
  • Not graded yet8
Before you apply

Apply through the council where you live

Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.

By age

What's on offer for each age

Pick a stage to see every RH13 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.

Living here

What it's like for families

RH13 has 43 schools and nurseries.

Dates to know

Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.

  • 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
  • 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
  • 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
  • 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.

Keep up with schools in RH13

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Questions

Questions parents ask about RH13

How many schools are in RH13?

RH13 has 43 schools, including 18 primary schools, 7 secondary schools, 21 nurseries, 3 independent schools, 4 special schools. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

What are the best schools in RH13?

The highest-ranked schools in RH13 on Eduscope are Heron Way Primary School, Kingslea Primary School, St Peter's CofE (Aided) Primary School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.

How many private schools are in RH13?

There are 3 independent schools in RH13. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare all private schools in RH13 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.

How do I choose the right school in RH13?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 43 schools in RH13 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.

Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.

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