Pennthorpe School vs Slinfold CofE Primary School and Pre School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South East, England, 3.6 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Pennthorpe School
Horsham · Independent all-through · Ages 2–13
172 students
Slinfold CofE Primary School and Pre School
Horsham · Local authority primary · Ages 2–11
137 students
| Measure | Pennthorpe School Horsham, South East | Slinfold CofE Primary School and Pre School Horsham, South East |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | – Not rated | 19 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | – | #2305 of 2,471 |
| National rank | – | #14141 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Independent | Local authority |
| Type | All-through | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 2–13 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 172 | 137 |
| Pupils on roll | 172 | 137 |
| Free school meals | – | 12.4% |
| Capacity filled | 45.3% | 97.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 18% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 0% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | – |
| EBacc average points | – | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Horsham | Horsham |
| region | South East | South East |
| Website | www.pennthorpe.com | www.slinfold.w-sussex.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Pennthorpe School is the larger school with 172 students compared with 137.
- •Pennthorpe School is a independent school while Slinfold CofE Primary School and Pre School is a local authority school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (England) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Pennthorpe School better than Slinfold CofE Primary School and Pre School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Pennthorpe School and Slinfold CofE Primary School and Pre School?
About 3.6 km in a straight line, between Horsham and Horsham in South East.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Pennthorpe School: 172. Slinfold CofE Primary School and Pre School: 137. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Pennthorpe School and Slinfold CofE Primary School and Pre School rank in South East?
Pennthorpe School is unranked and Slinfold CofE Primary School and Pre School is 2305th of 2,471 among all-through schools in South East on the 2025 Success Index (England).