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Pennthorpe School

Co-ed

Non nobis solum nati

(Born not for ourselves alone)

Non-Denominational
Pre-Nursery - Year 8 (Ages 2-13)
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Pennthorpe School is a co-educational independent Pre-prep and Preparatory day school, catering to children aged 2 to 13. Situated in the village of Rudgwick, West Sussex, along the Surrey/Sussex border, it occupies a 25-acre campus that includes extensive facilities and 16 acres of woodland. The school's motto, "Non nobis solum nati" (Born not for ourselves alone), underpins its ethos, which claims to focus on nurturing, inspiring, and developing core values such as respect, tolerance, and contributing to others' lives. The school aims to be a centre of excellence for teaching and pupil outcomes.

Selectivity:
Non-selective
Boarding:
Day Only
Values:
Respect
Ambition
Collaboration
Kindness
Reflection
Resilience
Leadership
Independence
Honesty
Tolerance
Communication
Positivity

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Last updated on 27 February 2026 (not all data elements were necessarily updated on this date)

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Fees (Day Pupils)

Vs. National Average

-10.0%

Pennthorpe School's fees are 10.0% lower than the national average.

Vs. County Average

+4.0%

Pennthorpe School's fees are 4.0% higher than the county average.

Based on 23 schools in West Sussex and 259 nationally.

Note: based on core termly fees including mandatory lunch and learning materials charges but excluding any discounts or other additional charges for extra-curriculars, registration, etc. Please check the schools' official websites for full fees and charges.

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Details

Founded:1930
Gender Mix:Co-ed (Approx. 51%/49% Boy/Girl)
School Size: Approx. 253 pupils
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Registered Charity No.:307043
Registered Company No.:00799603
Qualifications/Certifications Offered:
Common Entrance to Senior
LAMDA
Junior Duke of Edinburgh’s Award
ABRSM
Scholarships:
Design & Technology
Music
Academic
Performing arts
All-Rounder
Art
Drama
Sport
Bursaries offered: Yes
The school provides means-tested financial aid for students from Year 3 and above. These awards are subject to an annual assessment of financial need to determine eligibility.
Sports Facilities:
Tennis Court
Rounders
Swimming Pool (Indoor)
Archery
Playing Fields
Rugby Pitch
Hockey Pitch
Cricket Grounds
Netball Courts
Astroturf Pitch
Athletics Track
Sports Hall
Football Pitch
Other Facilities:
Drama Studio
Wellbeing Suite
3D Printer
Kiln
Forest School
Theatre
Outdoor Classroom
Health Centre
Textiles Studio
Ceramics Studio
Music Studio
Library
Laser Cutter
Recording Studio

Contact Information

Address

Pennthorpe School, Church Street, Horsham, West Sussex, RH12 3HJ

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General Enquiries

01403 822391

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