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Castlewood Primary School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Castlewood Primary School is a community primary school in Horsham, West Sussex , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 204 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

204

Pupils

210

Capacity

97%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

Castlewood Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Castlewood Primary School is set by West Sussex and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 97% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by West Sussex before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Castlewood Primary School — School Information

Full address
Castlewood Road, Southwater, Horsham, RH13 9US
Local authority
West Sussex
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
3.4% of pupils
DfE URN
131130

Other Primary Schools in Horsham

If Castlewood Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Horsham are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Castlewood Primary School

Is Castlewood Primary School oversubscribed?

Castlewood Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 210 places (97% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Castlewood Primary School?

Admission to Castlewood Primary School is managed by West Sussex. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Castlewood Primary School cover?

Castlewood Primary School is a primary school in Horsham, West Sussex, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Castlewood Primary School?

Castlewood Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.