Copthorne CofE Junior School
Copthorne, RH10 3RD · West Sussex · primary school
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72nd 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 4,298 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.6/10 among them, against 4.6/10 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 | 63.0 · 46 | 40% | 1.85 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 6.0 · 45 | 25% | 1.12 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Copthorne CofE Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 63.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. 6.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.6 out of 10 among them, against 4.6 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Top Hat Drama, Rocksteady Music School, netball, and football.
Getting in
The published school roll is 223 pupils against a stated capacity of 240. 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 to reach the higher standard in maths? What does the daily timetable look like for a child in Year 6? How are the drama and music clubs scheduled alongside core lessons?
What Ofsted said about Copthorne CofE Junior School
Overview
Copthorne CofE Junior School is described as a "caring junior school" where "pupils are at the heart of every decision." The report highlights a "highly inclusive ethos" and notes that the school has significantly improved since its previous inspection, with pupils now "achieving well" across the curriculum. Leaders are characterised as "ambitious, reflective and deeply caring," fostering a positive environment where staff morale is "buoyant."
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate the school’s values of "courage, creativity, confidence, compassion and curiosity" and thrive in a supportive community.
- "Pastoral care is a strength," with specific initiatives like "autism ambassadors" and well-being spaces ensuring pupils feel "happy, special and valued."
- Reading is "highly prioritised," with dedicated support ensuring pupils become "fluent and confident readers."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) "blossom with high quality support" and tailored adaptations.
- The curriculum is now "sequenced with clearly defined skills and knowledge," leading to improved outcomes in core subjects.
Areas to improve
- The school must ensure teaching is "consistently effective" so pupils achieve highly in reading and mathematics by the end of key stage 2.
- Assessment in foundation subjects is "not fully embedded," meaning teachers may not always "precisely identify and address gaps in pupils’ knowledge."
- Leaders are working to improve attendance, which is "not yet high for all pupils."
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 | 44% |
| 2023/24 | 62% |
| 2024/25 | 63% |
| 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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