Midhurst CofE Primary School
Midhurst, GU29 9JX · West Sussex · primary school
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183rd 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 3,211 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.8/10 among them, against 1.3/10 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 | 47.0 · 15 | 62% | 0.92 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 38% | 0.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Midhurst CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 47.0% 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% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.8 out of 10 among them, against 1.3 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in swimming, Sports Day, competitions and sporting events. The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 183 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 who are working towards the expected standard in core subjects? What specific activities are included in the after-school club? How does the school manage class sizes given the current roll?
What Ofsted said about Midhurst CofE Primary School
Overview
The report states that pupils "truly enjoy coming to this highly inclusive school" and benefit from "exceptional" personal development. However, academic achievement is currently hindered because the curriculum is "not fully developed," leading to gaps in knowledge for some pupils.
Strengths
- Pupils’ "personal development is exceptional," supported by "extremely strong welfare and pastoral care" and a "calm atmosphere."
- Staff "warmly welcome pupils," creating an environment where children, including those with SEND, "feel safe" and are listened to.
- Reading teaching is effective, with a "suitable phonics programme" ensuring most pupils become "confident and fluent readers by the end of Year 2."
- Behaviour is "Good," with pupils conducting themselves well and displaying school values through positive interactions.
- The school offers a "wide range of activities," such as cookery and gardening clubs, enhancing pupils’ understanding of responsibility.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure a "consistent approach to identifying and addressing pupils’ knowledge gaps," as staff do not always check understanding carefully enough.
- The school should ensure teachers are clear about the "essential knowledge that pupils should learn" in subjects where curriculum planning is currently unclear.
- Staff need to be better equipped to support pupils with SEND, ensuring they get opportunities to "extend their thinking" across the curriculum.
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 | 69% |
| 2023/24 | 10% |
| 2024/25 | 47% |
| 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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