Fernhurst Primary School
Haslemere, GU27 3EA · West Sussex · primary school
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16th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 6.7/10 against 4,205 of them, against 7.1/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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) 2023/24 | 67.0 · 57 | 62% | 3.50 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2023/24 | 22.0 · 94 | 38% | 3.61 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Fernhurst Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2023/24, 67.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 63%. A further 22.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 6%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (6.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.1 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils attend music lessons and take trips to the forest and beach, with an after-school club available for wraparound care.
Getting in
The published school roll is 121 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 school support pupils who do not reach the expected standard in their final year? What specific activities are included in the after-school club?
What Ofsted said about Fernhurst Primary School
Overview
Fernhurst Primary School is described as a place where pupils arrive happily and are eager to learn, supported by a "broad and ambitious" curriculum. The report highlights significant improvements since the previous inspection, noting that most pupils achieve well and benefit from an "exceptionally wide range of experiences," including woodland and beach-based learning.
Strengths
- Personal development is rated Outstanding, with pupils gaining deep respect for diverse faiths and cultures through visits to places of worship, art galleries, and performances at the Royal Albert Hall.
- The early years provision is strong, with staff sensitively assessing children’s needs and placing a "strong focus... to support children’s speech and language development."
- Reading is well-supported; staff deliver the phonics programme effectively, and there is a "strong culture of reading" where pupils engage with ambitious books.
- Behaviour is excellent, with classrooms providing a "calm environment" and pupils acting as "positive role models."
- Leadership is effective, with workload well considered so teachers can focus on impact, and governors providing "effective challenge and support."
Areas to improve
- Some pupils do not receive enough practice in foundational writing skills, such as letter formation, leading to difficulties accessing complex tasks.
- Checks on what pupils know and remember are occasionally ineffective, meaning some learning activities do not sufficiently address gaps in knowledge.
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 | 67% |
| England | 63% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,190 state schools in England we hold a 2023/24 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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