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Amberley CofE Primary School

Arundel, BN18 9NB · West Sussex · primary school

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Mixed Primary Church of England
4.5/10 Broadly average

88th of 192 primary schools in West Sussex we can score, 225 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.

Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 5.3/10 against 2,441 of them, against 4.5/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.

How this is worked out
MeasurePercentileWeightAdds
Expected standard (RWM) 2022/23 50.0 · 19 62% 1.17
Higher standard (RWM) 2022/23 17.0 · 87 38% 3.35

Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.

Amberley CofE Primary School overview

How it's doing

In 2022/23, 50.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 62%. A higher 17.0% achieved the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.5 out of 10 against all schools).

Getting in

The published school roll is 45 pupils against a stated capacity of 70. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.

Worth asking on a visit

Since the expected standard result is below the national median, what specific support is provided for pupils who need to catch up? How does the school engage parents in monitoring individual progress?

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What Ofsted said about Amberley CofE Primary School

Inspection report dated 21 November 2024

Overview

Amberley CofE Primary School is described as a "small friendly school" where pupils are "safe, happy and secure." The report highlights that staff expect pupils to "behave well and work hard," creating an environment where children "flourish, feel valued and are heard." The school has taken "swift and effective action" to address previous inspection findings, resulting in high staff morale and a clear, ambitious curriculum.

Strengths

  • Pupils are "positive about how they are treated" and extend respect to others, enjoying social times and community opportunities.
  • The curriculum is "ambitious, broad and balanced," with clear learning sequences in subjects like history and design and technology.
  • Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) have their needs "identified accurately" and receive support to participate fully.
  • Early reading through phonics has been "strengthened," with careful checking ensuring pupils who fall behind receive help to "catch up quickly."
  • Staff have "strong subject knowledge" in English and mathematics, using systems to check understanding effectively.

Areas to improve

  • In some foundation subjects, the specific content is not "fully set out clearly enough," leading to gaps in pupils’ knowledge over time.
  • Processes for checking what pupils have learned are "not yet fully developed across all foundation subjects," making it harder to build on prior learning consistently.

Safeguarding

The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."

This is an AI-assisted summary of the official Ofsted report, not a statement written by Ofsted. Check the full official report before making a decision.
Expected standard
50%
2022/23
Higher standard
17%
2022/23
Demand
×0.67
1st prefs per place, 2026/27
Free school meals
29%
vs 25% across England

Your offer chance

Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.

Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.

Next dates

  • Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
  • Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
  • Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
  • Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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