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Pennthorpe School

Church Street, Rudgwick, Horsham, Sussex, England RH12 3HJ

Private School (Fee Paying) Co-Educational 2 - 13 Years Day

Pennthorpe is an independent prep school in West Sussex for ages 2–13, proudly partnered with Hurstpierpoint College. We offer exceptional academics, outstanding pastoral care, and a vibrant programme of sport, music, drama, and outdoor learning. Within our nurturing community and strengthened by our close links with Hurst, every child is inspired to thrive and achieve their full potential.

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What We Offer

  • Design Technology
  • Drama/Theatre
  • ICT
  • Painting/Sculpture
  • Photography
  • French
  • German
  • Spanish
  • Archery
  • Athletics
  • Badminton
  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Cricket
  • Cross-Country
  • Fencing
  • Fitness Training
  • Football
  • Golf
  • Gymnastics
  • Hockey
  • Martial Arts
  • Netball
  • Rounders
  • Rugby
  • Swimming
  • Table Tennis
  • Tennis
  • Touch Rugby
  • Volleyball
  • Water Sports
  • Adventure Training
  • Ballet
  • Chess
  • Choir
  • Coding
  • Cycling
  • Dance
  • Drama
  • Gaming
  • Horse Riding
  • Horticulture
  • Lego
  • Music
  • Public Speaking
  • Rock Climbing
  • Sewing & Knitting
  • Skiing
  • Yoga
  • Young Enterprise
    • Church of England
    • Delicate/Medical Conditions
    • Dyslexia or Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD)
    • Language and Communication Disorders
    • Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)
    • Physical Disabilities
    • After School Club
    • Before School Club
    • Breakfast Club
    • Coeliac/Gluten Intolerance
    • Dairy Intolerance
    • Gifted Children
    • Halal
    • Nut Allergies
    • School Bus Service
    • Special Diets
    • Vegan
    • Vegetarian
    • Wrap Around Care

    Word From The Head

    Head Photo

    Jon Marler


    It is a genuine privilege to welcome you to Pennthorpe and to lead a school that holds such a special place in the lives of so many families. Pennthorpe is a warm and vibrant community of children, staff and parents, united by a shared belief that childhood should be happy, purposeful and carefully nurtured.

    At the heart of our approach is a simple principle: children come first. We place great value on kindness, respect and strong relationships, ensuring every child is known, supported and able to thrive in a safe and caring environment. Our small class sizes and dedicated staff enable us to offer personalised attention so that each child can grow in confidence and self-belief.

    We are proud to offer a broad and balanced education that celebrates individuality and recognises that success looks different for every child. Alongside academic learning, pupils enjoy sport, Forest School, the arts and a wide range of enrichment opportunities, helping them to discover and develop their strengths and interests.

    Care and community sit at the heart of school life. Through our Champion system, cross-year interactions and everyday acts of kindness, children learn the importance of responsibility, service and connection to others. Guided by our motto, “Born not for ourselves alone,” we aim to nurture confident, compassionate and resilient young people.

    It is a privilege to be part of the Pennthorpe journey, and I warmly invite you to visit and experience the spirit of our school for yourself.

    Fees

    Annual Day Fees *10572 to 24381
    Annual Weekly Boarding Fees *0 to 0
    Annual Full Boarding Fees *0 to 0
    * Currency:

    Number Of Pupils

    85Day84
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    Boys Girls

    Admissions

    Scholarships and Bursaries

    • Bursaries
    • Siblings

    Admissions Process

    • Assessment
    • Interview
    • Report from previous school
    • Trial day at school

    Open Days, Visits & Events

    01-10-2026 - Whole School Open Morning

    Come and experience the warmth, energy and excellence of Pennthorpe Prep School where children aged 2-13 are inspired to thrive.

    (Please quote isbi.com when booking).

    % Pupils Gaining
    GCSE/IGCSE Passes 7 - 9

    % Pupils Gaining
    A Level Grades A – C

    IB Score
     

    School Reviews

    Year 8 Pupil


    I love all the nooks and crannies there are at school. It feels like there’s always a perfect place to go. You might find me climbing a tree with friends if I’m feeling energetic, snuggling up in the library with a good book if I want to be lost in my imagination, chatting with my besties in...  

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    Prospective Parent


    Our tour was outstanding—highly informative and enjoyable. The tour guides assigned to us were exceptionally knowledgeable and articulate. We brought our child along, who had the opportunity to interact with the guides, and they were incredibly engaging and patient. The atmosphere was warm and...  

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    Good Schools Guide


    A school full of kindness and respect. Plenty of fun to be had – but, we are told, not at the expense of academic achievement. As one senior school head told us, ‘A Pennthorpe child thinks for themselves, comes ready to learn, with a real twinkle in their eye.’ What more could you ask for?  

    Muddy Stilettos


    A delightfully down-to-earth yet high-hitting co-ed prep in a pretty village location where childhood is nurtured, stomping about in the woods is mandatory and everything is geared up for happy, healthy, thriving children.  

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