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School Compass
William Penn School
Horsham · West Sussex · RH13 8GR. primary · Voluntary controlled school · State-funded · Ages 4 to 11. Compare published figures with nearby schools, then print a visit pack — not a league table.
Published snapshot
Figures come from the same West Sussex index as the compare tool. Gaps are common — treat blanks as prompts to dig deeper, not as a verdict.
- Ofsted overall
- Requires improvement
- KS2 RWM expected
- 64%
- Attainment 8
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- English & maths 9–4
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Ofsted publication date: 23/09/2024. Open Ofsted report
Common questions
Short factual answers from published data — use the compare tool and a visit for fit, not tables alone.
What is William Penn School's Ofsted rating?
William Penn School has an overall Ofsted grade of Requires improvement (published 23/09/2024). Open the full report for context — a single grade is not a verdict on fit for your child.
What are William Penn School's Key Stage 2 results?
Published DfE figures show 64% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (RWM) at the end of primary. Compare with neighbours in School Compass — not as a league table.
Where is William Penn School?
William Penn School is in Horsham (RH13 8GR), West Sussex. URN 126002.
How do I compare William Penn School with nearby schools?
Open School Compass with William Penn School shortlisted, enter your home postcode, tick two to four neighbours, then compare side by side and print a visit pack. School Compass is parental compare — patterns to visit on, not a ranked verdict.
Inspection excerpt
Verbatim from the published report (School inspection: Requires Improvement School inspection · 09 July 2024). Open the full PDF for context.
s of surveys completed by parents, staff and pupils. To evaluate the effectiveness of
From the school's website
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Official links
Source pages for tables and establishment details.
Other schools in Horsham
43 schools on the Horsham town page — shortlist a few, then compare side by side.
Citation
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William Penn School
URN: 126002
Local authority: West Sussex
Town: Horsham
Postcode: RH13 8GR
Ofsted overall: Requires improvement (23/09/2024)
DfE data period: 2024/2025
Index updated: 2026-07-31
Canonical: https://schoolcompass.uk/schools/126002/
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