Horsendale Primary School

About Horsendale Primary School

Horsendale is renowned for the warm and welcoming atmosphere of our school where relationships and well-being are high priority. We pride ourselves on being an innovative, forward-thinking school that is on a continuous journey of self-improvement. Everything we do is based upon our Trust values of confidence, responsibility, perseverance, creativity, enjoyment, aspiration and pride.

Key Facts

Head/Principal Mrs Amanda Smalley

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.7

Teaching Quality 4.3

Communication 4.7

Student Wellbeing 4.3

Facilities 4.3

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

9.2

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

70.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 4

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Emily B.

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Wonderful school with a warm atmosphere"

We've been so happy with our child's progress at Horsendale Primary School. The teachers are supportive, the facilities are excellent, and the values of confidence, responsibility, and perseverance are clearly instilled in the children. I love how they encourage creativity and enjoyment too!

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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David A.

Parent Mar 1, 2022

5.0

"Excellent school with great programs"

We've been impressed with the school's commitment to phonics and the Flying High Partnership's initiatives. Our child has thrived in the Reception class and we've received regular updates and support from the teachers.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Lucy W.

Parent Jan 1, 2022

4.0

"Some inconsistencies, but generally a great school"

We've had some issues with communication from the school, but the teachers and staff are generally excellent. Our child loves the school's activities and the values are clear. We're hoping to see some improvements in the near future.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 4/5

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Hannah T.

Parent Jun 1, 2021

4.0

"Friendly and inclusive school"

We moved away, but our older child still talks fondly of Horsendale Primary School. The teachers were kind and understanding, and the school's focus on relationships and well-being really stood out to us.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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