Broadwater CofE Primary School
Worthing, BN14 7TQ · West Sussex · primary school
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22nd 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 3,930 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.9/10 among them, against 7.6/10 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 | 77.0 · 82 | 40% | 3.28 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Broadwater CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 77.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 10.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.9 out of 10 among them, against 7.6 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in cricket, football, netball, girls rugby, and gymnastics. Trips include visits to Worthing beach, Arundel Castle, Fishbourne Roman Palace, and Drusillas Park.
Getting in
The published school roll is 431 pupils against a stated capacity of 436. 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 curriculum support pupils aiming for the higher standard in maths? What does a typical day look like for a child joining mid-year?
What Ofsted said about Broadwater CofE Primary School
Overview
Pupils are “proud of their school” and “enthusiastic about their learning” in a “nurturing and caring environment”. The inspection highlights “exemplary” behaviour and “Outstanding” personal development, supported by a “well-designed curriculum” in most subjects.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate “exemplary” behaviour, with relationships based on “warmth” and “respect”.
- Personal development is a “strength”, with pupils benefiting from an “inspirational curriculum” and “exceptional range of activities”.
- Staff “swiftly identify pupils who have SEND” and adapt teaching well to support them.
- Reading is supported by a “vibrant” library and “well established” phonics provision.
- Governors provide “high-quality challenge and support”, driving improvements.
Areas to improve
- In “a few subjects, the curriculum thinking needs refining”, resulting in “variable” pupil learning.
- The school should ensure staff “emphasise the most important content” and help pupils “make links to what they have learned before” across the whole curriculum.
Safeguarding
The report states that “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 | 69% |
| 2023/24 | 67% |
| 2024/25 | 77% |
| 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
—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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