Durrington Junior School
Worthing, BN13 2JD · West Sussex · primary school
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53rd 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 — 6.7/10 against 2,388 of them, against 5.6/10 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 | 70.0 · 65 | 40% | 2.62 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.81 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 25% | 1.01 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Durrington Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 70.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 5.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2022. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join a Lego club, play football, or participate in choir, Bollywood dance, and samba dance. The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 334 pupils against a stated capacity of 360. 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 working towards the higher standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Durrington Junior School
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils feel safe, valued, and enthusiastic about their learning opportunities. Leaders have successfully strengthened the curriculum in core subjects like English and mathematics, resulting in well-structured teaching and high standards of behaviour. However, the report notes that while progress has been made, the curriculum in other subjects is not yet fully embedded, and assessment systems require further development to ensure consistent learning outcomes.
Strengths
- Pupils feel safe and know there are ‘people to ask and places to go’ if they have concerns.
- The curriculum in English and mathematics is ‘well structured’, with pupils building knowledge in sequential steps.
- Reading is a ‘high priority’, with pupils enjoying a well-stocked library and using a new phonics scheme to build skills.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are ‘supported well’ and included successfully across the curriculum.
- Behaviour is positive, with pupils described as ‘kind and supportive’ and classrooms as ‘calm and purposeful’.
Areas to improve
- Assessment across the wider curriculum has not been fully developed, meaning leaders do not always have a clear view of what pupils remember.
- In some subjects, the revised curriculum is not yet fully embedded, so leaders have not evaluated how effectively pupils learn the intended content.
- Governors need to ensure their expertise is used to ‘rigorously monitor and check progress’ towards key priorities to secure further improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with needs identified quickly and staff working well together to take prompt action.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 60% |
| 2023/24 | 65% |
| 2024/25 | 70% |
| 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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