East Preston Junior School
Littlehampton, BN16 1EZ · West Sussex · primary school
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121st 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 4,063 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.2/10 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 | 53.0 · 24 | 40% | 0.96 |
| 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.
East Preston Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 53.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 6.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2025. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.2 out of 10 among them, against 3.2 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Lego, Gardening, Minecraft, S.T.E.M, and Cooking clubs. Sports include Striking & Field Games, Boccia & Kurling, Girls Football, Football, Dodgeball, Archery, and Badminton. Arts and music options feature Commercial Dance, Southern Academy of Martial Arts, and Choir. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 351 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 below the expected standard in literacy? What specific strategies are used to raise attainment in maths? How does the curriculum balance academic rigour with the wide range of extracurricular activities?
What Ofsted said about East Preston Junior School
Overview
East Preston Junior School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at its previous inspection. The report describes a welcoming and inclusive environment where pupils feel happy, safe, and confident. Leaders have designed an ambitious curriculum that sets clear expectations for knowledge and skills, resulting in strong pupil achievement.
Strengths
- Pupils achieve well in key stage 2 tests and benefit from a curriculum that clearly outlines essential knowledge, skills, and vocabulary.
- Reading is prioritised with rigorous development; early readers receive effective support to become fluent and access the curriculum successfully.
- Staff adapt teaching effectively for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), enabling them to learn alongside peers.
- Personal development is central to the school’s work, with a carefully developed personal, social and health education curriculum and many enrichment opportunities.
- Staff feel valued and supported, with leaders considering workload and well-being, while governance responsibilities are carried out effectively.
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, assessment strategies are not yet equally effective; the school should ensure checking on pupils’ learning and addressing misconceptions is consistent across all subjects.
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 | 43% |
| 2023/24 | 52% |
| 2024/25 | 53% |
| 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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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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