School Compass
Southwater Junior Academy
Horsham · West Sussex · RH13 9JH. junior · Academy converter · State-funded · Ages 7 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
- Good
- KS2 RWM expected
- 69%
- Attainment 8
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- English & maths 9–4
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Ofsted publication date: 16/07/2023. Open Ofsted report
Common questions
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What is Southwater Junior Academy's Ofsted rating?
Southwater Junior Academy has an overall Ofsted grade of Good (published 16/07/2023). Open the full report for context — a single grade is not a verdict on fit for your child.
What are Southwater Junior Academy's Key Stage 2 results?
Published DfE figures show 69% 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 Southwater Junior Academy?
Southwater Junior Academy is in Horsham (RH13 9JH), West Sussex. URN 136865.
How do I compare Southwater Junior Academy with nearby schools?
Open School Compass with Southwater Junior Academy 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 School inspection · 06 June 2023). Open the full PDF for context.
Southwater Junior Academy continues to be a good school.
Official links
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Other schools in Horsham
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Southwater Junior Academy
URN: 136865
Local authority: West Sussex
Town: Horsham
Postcode: RH13 9JH
Ofsted overall: Good (16/07/2023)
DfE data period: 2024/2025
Index updated: 2026-07-31
Canonical: https://schoolcompass.uk/schools/136865/
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