Worth School
Crawley, West Sussex · RH10 4SD
Worth School is a Roman Catholic independent boarding and day school near Crawley, West Sussex, serving pupils from age 11 to 18. Founded by the Benedictine community, it combines Catholic values with rigorous academics and a strong sense of community identity. The school balances traditional pastoral care with modern facilities and offers a genuine boarding experience alongside day options, attracting families seeking a faith-based education in the wider South East.
- →Strong Catholic ethos with Benedictine values and genuine pastoral community
- →Authentic boarding facilities with flexible day/boarding options
- →Rigorous academics with good university progression, particularly to Russell Group institutions
- →Inclusive admissions philosophy welcoming a broad ability range
Who thrives here
Worth suits pupils and families seeking a values-driven Catholic education, boarders wanting a genuine residential experience (including international students), and those who thrive in a community-focused environment where pastoral care is central. Academic ability ranges from able to very able across the cohort.
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Contact & visit
Paddockhurst Road, Turners Hill, West Sussex
Crawley, West Sussex
RH10 4SD
Nearest stations
Notable alumni
Sir Simon Hughes
Liberal Democrat politician, former MP for Southwark
Tobias Menzies
Actor (Game of Thrones, The Crown, Outlander)
Recent investment
Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Worth School?
Day fees at Worth School are approximately £31,500 per year (2024/25). Boarding fees are higher.
How do you get into Worth School?
Worth School admits pupils at 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are Worth School's exam results?
At Worth School, 12.8% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 47.8% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Worth School a boarding school?
Worth School offers boarding as well as day places.
What is Worth School's latest inspection rating?
ISI rated Worth School “Excellent” (2017).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Strong pastoral care and genuine sense of community; boarding pupils especially well-supported
✓Catholic values authentically embedded; moral and spiritual development taken seriously
✓Inclusive ethos welcoming broad range of abilities; pupils feel known and valued
✓Excellent outdoor education and expeditionary learning
✓Staff genuinely committed to pupil welfare beyond academics
Common concerns
!Boarding fees significantly higher than day fees; bursary availability limited and competitive
!Not a feeder conveyor belt to top universities; focus on development over pure academicism may concern highly competitive parents
!Geographic isolation from London (though accessible) can make day commuting challenging
!Ofsted not yet inspected; reliance on ISI assessments and school data