Bartons Primary School, Bognor Regis
Bognor Regis, PO21 5EJ · West Sussex · primary school
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118th 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 the 3,831 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.4/10 among them, against 3.2/10 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
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 56.0 · 30 | 40% | 1.18 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 25% | 0.88 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Bartons Primary School, Bognor Regis overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 56.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 4.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in February 2025. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.4 out of 10 among them, against 3.2 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils access a wide range of activities, including Karate Kidz, Lego club, ArtiKids, Street Dance, choir, film, football, and netball clubs. Sports options include athletics, rounders, cricket, running, and slog-it. Arts and music provision covers art, sewing, ukulele, and Young Voices. A Holy Cross Church trip is organised, and an after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 207 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific support is available for children who need extra help in reading? How does the school manage the transition for new pupils joining mid-year?
What Ofsted said about Bartons Primary School, Bognor Regis
Overview
Bartons Primary School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at its previous inspection. Pupils enjoy attending the school, arriving each day motivated to learn within a culture that sets high expectations for behaviour and achievement. The report highlights a strong sense of community, with pupils demonstrating respect for one another and a clear understanding of the school’s core values.
Strengths
- The curriculum is described as "broad and engaging," with essential knowledge "sequenced thoughtfully" to ensure pupils build on prior learning.
- Staff support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) effectively, enabling them to "learn alongside their classmates successfully."
- Pupils demonstrate "very positive attitudes to their learning" and show "great resilience in lessons."
- Personal development is a strength, with pupils learning how to keep themselves safe and healthy, including specific local knowledge such as calling the coastguard.
- The partnership between school and home is strong, and staff feel "highly valued as part of ‘Team Bartons’."
Areas to improve
- In some foundation subjects, tasks do not effectively help pupils learn the curriculum content, hindering the development of "depth of subject-specific knowledge and skills."
- Assessment in wider curriculum subjects is "in its infancy" and is not yet used well enough to check retained knowledge or inform future learning.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 53% |
| 2023/24 | 59% |
| 2024/25 | 56% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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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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