Rikkyo School-in-England
Rikkyo School-in-England is an independent school in Horsham for pupils aged 10 to 18. It has a Anglican/Christian religious character. It has 177 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Rikkyo School-in-England is Requires Improvement, from an inspection in January 2024.
Ofsted inspection: January 2024.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 10-18 |
| Religion | Anglican/Christian |
| Address | Guildford Road Rudgwick Rudgwick West Sussex RH12 3BE |
| Reference Number | 126132 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 177 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 57.63%
Girls: 42.37% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Rikkyo School-in-England is performing well overall, successfully meeting all independent school standards checked during the recent inspection. This reflects significant improvements since the previous inspections in October 2022 and April 2023, specifically concerning governance and safeguarding measures. The school's new governance model is now fully operational, facilitating effective oversight and accountability among trustees, which is viewed positively by the inspection team.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Requires Improvement |
| Last Report Date | 15 Nov 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 15 Nov 2023 | Additional inspection |
| 26 Apr 2023 | Additional inspection |
| 18 Oct 2022 | Standard inspection: |
| 26 Jun 2018 | Standard inspection: |
| 07 May 2014 | Standard inspection: |
| 12 Jan 2012 | Monitoring inspection |
| 30 Jun 2011 | Monitoring inspection |
| 07 Oct 2010 | Standard inspection: |
| 20 Nov 2007 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- The school meets all independent school standards checked during the inspection.
- The safeguarding policy is compliant with current guidelines and effectively overseen.
- A new governance model has been established and is operating effectively.
- Trustees have improved understanding and oversight of the school's operations.
- Compliance is seen as everyone's responsibility and is actively monitored.
In 2025–26, 4.0% of pupils at Rikkyo School-in-England were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 0.0% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).
Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.
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What is Rikkyo School-in-England's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Rikkyo School-in-England is Requires Improvement, from an inspection in January 2024.
When was Rikkyo School-in-England last inspected by Ofsted?
Rikkyo School-in-England was last inspected in January 2024.
How many pupils does Rikkyo School-in-England have?
Rikkyo School-in-England has 177 pupils on roll.
What age range does Rikkyo School-in-England cover?
Rikkyo School-in-England for pupils aged 10 to 18.
Where is Rikkyo School-in-England?
Rikkyo School-in-England is at Guildford Road, Rudgwick, Rudgwick, West Sussex, RH12 3BE.