Weald School, The
Contact details for the school

School Name: Weald School, The
Address: Station Road
Town/City: Billingshurst
County: West Sussex
Postcode: RH14 9RY
Telephone Number: 01403 787200
Website:

Type of school

Phase: Secondary (ages 11-18)
Type: Community school
Religious Denomination: None
Admissions Policy: Non-selective

Staff and pupils

Headteacher: Mrs Sarah Edwards
Capacity: 1812
Gender: Mixed

The following details are from a census on 15 January 2026:
Number of pupils: 1800 (51% boys & 49% girls)
Enrollment: 99% of capacity
Free school meal eligibility: 13.3%

Location and administration

URN: 126068
DfE Number: 938/4025
UKPRN: 10006852
UPRN: 100062614227
Region: South East (E12000008)
District: Horsham (E07000227)
Constituency: Horsham (E14001294)
Electoral Ward: Billingshurst (E05011812)

Easting & Northing: 508521E, 125290N
Latitude & Longitude: 51° 1' 2.61" N 0° 27' 14.84" W
Plus Code: 9C3X2G8W+X9

External links

DfE Record: View record

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Nearby schools
  1. Billingshurst Primary Academy (0.2km)
  2. Wisborough Green Primary School (3.4km)
  3. Ingfield Manor School (3.6km)
  4. William Penn School (4.2km)
  5. Apple Orchard School (4.3km)
  6. Muntham House School (4.6km)
  7. Barns Green Primary School (4.6km)
Governors

  • Mr James Bartlett - Governor. Appointed on 15 July 2024 (Appointed by GB/board). Term runs until 14 July 2028.
  • Dr Rosa Chidgey - Governor. Appointed on 30 March 2026 (Elected by parents). Term runs until 29 March 2030.
  • Mr Steve Earl - Governor. Appointed on 22 March 2023 (Appointed by GB/board). Term runs until 21 March 2027.
  • Headteacher Sarah Edwards - Governor. Appointed on 1 January 2021 (Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal). Term runs until 1 January 2029.
  • Mr Craig Gale - Governor. Appointed on 9 July 2025 (Appointed by GB/board). Term runs until 5 June 2026.
  • Miss Sophia Goodway - Governor. Appointed on 22 March 2023 (Appointed by GB/board). Term runs until 21 March 2027.
  • Mr Chris Hawley - Governor. Appointed on 10 July 2023 (Nominated by LA and appointed by GB). Term runs until 9 July 2027.
  • Ms Jo Hindhaugh - Governor. Appointed on 22 March 2023 (Appointed by GB/board). Term runs until 21 March 2027.
  • Mr Tim Jordan - Governor. Appointed on 22 March 2023 (Appointed by GB/board). Term runs until 21 March 2027.
  • Mrs Alice Lerche - Governor. Appointed on 22 March 2023 (Appointed by GB/board). Term runs until 26 August 2025.
  • Mr Alex Nicholson - Governor. Appointed on 11 December 2023 (Elected by parents). Term runs until 10 December 2027.
  • Mr Tim Puddefoot - Governor. Appointed on 17 March 2022 (Appointed by GB/board). Term runs until 16 March 2026.
  • Mr Tim Puddefoot - Governor. Appointed on 17 March 2026 (Appointed by GB/board). Term runs until 22 July 2026.
  • Jemma Rigby - Governor. Appointed on 22 November 2021 (Elected by school staff). Term runs until 18 November 2025.
  • Mr Keef Sloan - Governor. Appointed on 28 February 2024 (Elected by parents). Term runs until 29 February 2028.
  • Mrs Abi Smith - Governor. Appointed on 4 September 2024 (Appointed by GB/board). Term runs until 3 September 2028.
  • Mrs Stephanie Tempest - Governor. Appointed on 1 May 2023 (Elected by parents). Term runs until 30 April 2027.
  • Mrs Rachel Terry - Governor. Appointed on 17 March 2026 (Appointed by GB/board). Term runs until 22 July 2026.
  • Mrs Rachel Terry - Governor. Appointed on 17 March 2022 (Appointed by GB/board). Term runs until 16 March 2026.
  • Mrs Nicola Waters - Chair of Governors. Appointed on 22 March 2023 (Appointed by GB/board). Term runs until 21 March 2027.
  • Dan White - Governor. Appointed on 17 February 2025 (Elected by parents). Term runs until 16 February 2029.
  • Mr Jon Williamson - Governor. Appointed on 11 December 2023 (Elected by parents). Term runs until 10 December 2027.
  • Mr David Wood - Governor. Appointed on 19 November 2025 (Elected by school staff). Term runs until 18 November 2029.