Tanbridge House School

A outstanding community school school in West Sussex. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Tanbridge House School.

Horsham, RH121SR Ofsted: Outstanding Age 11-16 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

72

/ 100

Secondary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Secondary schools

Progress 8 score
63.1
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 0.4
English & Maths grade 4+ %
65.1
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 79.9%
Ofsted inspection outcome
100.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Outstanding

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Outstanding
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Last inspected
11 June 2024
Previous grade
Outstanding
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour & attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership & management
Outstanding
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Farthings Hill
Guildford Road
Horsham, RH121SR
Phone
1403263628
Website
tanbridge-house-sch.co.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
126064
Type
Community school
Phase
Secondary
Address
Farthings Hill, Guildford Road, Horsham, RH12 1SR
Website
http://www.tanbridge-house-sch.co.uk
Age range
11-16
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Capacity
1,500 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
1,508
Free School Meals
8.9% (134 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
1.8% (27 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
93.0%
Good
Persistent Absence
17.9%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Key Performance Indicators

English & Maths Grade 5+:
79.9 (+27.9 vs average)
Attainment 8:
53.1 (+13.6 vs average)
Progress 8:
0.4 (+0.6 vs average)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
42 pupils
Large Classes
Pupils per Year Group
251
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
1,508 pupils
11-16

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Exceptional Every Day"

Care Kindness Achievement

Head Teacher's Message

The Headteacher emphasises pride in Tanbridge House School, core values of Care, Kindness and Achievement, and a commitment to giving students opportunities beyond the taught curriculum, including sports, arts and other activities, to help them become well-rounded individuals.

Facilities

Beautiful grounds and modern buildings reflect our commitment to learning in the 21st Century Spacious site Light, purpose-built facilities Fully equipped to prepare students to be independent learners and thoughtful citizens ready to face the challenges of the future

Curriculum Highlights

Strong emphasis on excellence across STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Maths) subjects Reputation in Music, Drama and Physical Education with external shows such as the annual School Production, Gym and Dance Shows, School Concerts and Rock Challenge Projects and developments relating to digital technology, Maths Challenges, Science events with local universities Broad curricular offer including trips, residential visits and charitable activities Over 50 extra-curricular clubs and activities

SEND Provision

Inclusion strategies including our alternative provision for students who attend college, as part of their studies.

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