Northchapel Community Primary School
Petworth, GU28 9JA · West Sussex · primary school
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94th 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 3,909 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.2/10 among them, against 3.9/10 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 | 67.0 · 57 | 40% | 2.28 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| 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.
Northchapel Community Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 67.0% 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%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.2 out of 10 among them, against 3.9 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Elm Club, School Council, and Choir, or take music lessons and swimming. Trips include an Oxford City Residential and Forest School. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 53 pupils against a stated capacity of 105. 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 higher standard in maths? What specific activities take place during the Forest School sessions? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Northchapel Community Primary School
Overview
Northchapel Community Primary School is described as a small rural institution where pupils feel "known as an individual" and cared for, fostering a "close, positive bond" with staff. Leaders have established a "suitably ambitious curriculum" that supports high expectations, resulting in pupils who are "confident and respectful" and make good progress in most subjects.
Strengths
- Pupils benefit from "respectful and honest communication" and typically "behave well," with staff responding swiftly to any issues.
- Leaders provide "ambitious activities and experiences," such as residentials and trips, which "broaden their horizons and raise their aspirations."
- The teaching of reading is effective, with consistent phonics instruction ensuring pupils become "fluent and confident readers."
- Staff provide "effective support for SEND," allowing pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities to "make good progress."
- Governors are "effective at holding leaders to account" and diligently ensure appropriate checks are made on staff.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure staff are supported to "design a coherent Reception curriculum that links well to the rest of the school" and robustly implement it.
- Leaders have identified "a few subjects that require further refinement" to ensure pupils learn consistently well across the school.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective," noting that staff receive high-quality training, are alert to signs of risk, and make referrals quickly.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 71% |
| 2023/24 | 25% |
| 2024/25 | 67% |
| 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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