The short version
Below-average GCSE results. Nearly full.
- GCSE results are below the national average (Attainment 8: 9.8 vs national 43.8)
- The school is nearly full at 92% capacity
Selective intake
This school offers places by entrance exam. See how 11+ formats differ between schools — and which exam boards they use.
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
9.8
34.0 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
0%
EBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
0%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.01
Band 3Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
21% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 11–19
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 846
- Capacity
- 92%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- West Sussex
- Head
- Mr Matthew Judd (Headmaster)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Boarding
- Boarding school
Inspection record
Official linksIndependent school not found on standard Ofsted provider pages; defer to later ISI-specific handling.
Location
Horsham, West Sussex, RH13 0LJ
Town setting
Questions parents ask
Is Christ's Hospital a selective school?
Yes. Christ's Hospital has a selective intake, which means places are offered based on performance in an entrance exam. Check the school's admissions page for the current exam format and registration deadlines.
How many pupils attend Christ's Hospital?
Christ's Hospital currently has 846 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Christ's Hospital take?
Christ's Hospital caters for pupils aged 11 to 19.
Where is Christ's Hospital?
Christ's Hospital is in Horsham, RH13 0LJ, in the West Sussex local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Christ's Hospital have a sixth form?
Yes, Christ's Hospital has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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