Easebourne CofE Primary School
Midhurst, GU29 9AG · West Sussex · primary school
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187th 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 4,133 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.2/10 among them, against 0.8/10 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 | 38.0 · 7 | 40% | 0.27 |
| Ofsted | 5 | 35% | 0.18 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Easebourne CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 38.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.2 out of 10 among them, against 0.8 out of 10 nationally. The school was inspected in January 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join First Easebourne Scouts and Guides, Laura's Explorers, or Midhurst RFC. Music lessons are available for guitar and drums, and an after-school club operates.
Getting in
The published school roll is 206 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 curriculum support pupils who have not yet reached the expected standard in core subjects? What specific support is available for children joining from the toddler group?
What Ofsted said about Easebourne CofE Primary School
Overview
Easebourne CofE Primary School provides a "welcoming and nurturing environment" where pupils feel safe and behave with "maturity." While the early years provision is strong and personal development is well-structured, the report identifies that "not all pupils achieve as well as they should" due to inconsistent teaching and unresolved gaps in foundational knowledge.
Strengths
- Early years staff provide "high‑quality interactions" that effectively develop language, with systematic phonics teaching ensuring most children secure necessary skills by Reception.
- Personal development is "coherent, inclusive and increasingly impactful," supported by leadership roles, cultural visits, and a responsive PSHE curriculum.
- Behaviour is a "notable asset," with pupils contributing to a "calm, orderly and highly respectful environment" where bullying is rare.
- Pastoral support is effective, with staff who "know pupils well" and provide timely, sensitive assistance throughout the day.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure teachers design tasks that allow pupils to "practise and secure foundational knowledge," particularly in early writing and transcription, to address historical gaps.
- Strategic oversight of inclusion needs enhancement so disadvantaged pupils receive "sharply targeted academic support" that addresses learning barriers alongside pastoral needs.
- Leaders should continue efforts to improve attendance, specifically focusing on reducing persistent absence among disadvantaged pupils.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns are actively identified and managed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 42% |
| 2023/24 | 57% |
| 2024/25 | 38% |
| 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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