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Heron Way Primary School Catchment Area

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

Heron Way Primary School is a community primary school in Horsham, West Sussex , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 418 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

418

Pupils

420

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2024

Heron Way Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Heron Way 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: 100% 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.

Find West Sussex catchment area documents →

Heron Way Primary School — School Information

Full address
Heron Way, Horsham, RH13 6DJ
Local authority
West Sussex
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
6.5% of pupils
DfE URN
125887

Other Primary Schools in Horsham

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Heron Way Primary School

Is Heron Way Primary School oversubscribed?

Heron Way Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 420 places (100% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Heron Way Primary School?

Admission to Heron Way 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 Heron Way Primary School cover?

Heron Way 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 Heron Way Primary School?

Heron Way Primary School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.