Rumboldswhyke CofE Primary School
Chichester, PO19 7UA · West Sussex · primary school
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180th 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 — 0.1/10 against 2,737 of them, against 0.5/10 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) 2024/25 | 18.0 · 1 | 40% | 0.03 |
| 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.
Rumboldswhyke CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 18.0% 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%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (0.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.5 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in October 2023.
Getting in
The published school roll is 127 pupils against a stated capacity of 126. 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 to bridge the gap between the current 18.0% expected standard and the national median of 64%? What specific strategies are in place to improve attainment in the higher standard, where 0.0% currently succeed?
What Ofsted said about Rumboldswhyke CofE Primary School
Overview
Rumboldswhyke CofE Primary School is described as having a “welcoming atmosphere” where pupils enjoy their time and demonstrate a strong culture of respect. The inspection highlights a “well-planned curriculum” that sets high expectations, with particular praise for the “exceptional” planning in Reception and rapidly improving reading outcomes. While the school is “very well led” and supports pupils with special educational needs effectively, the report notes that some pupils miss too much education and a small proportion disrupt learning.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “well-planned” with clear progression, allowing pupils to apply learning through ambitious “learning experiences.”
- Reading is “very well taught,” particularly in Reception, leading to rapidly improving outcomes through targeted intervention.
- Early years provision is “exceptional,” with staff making “highly effective adaptations” based on ongoing assessment of children’s progress.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are “well supported” to access the ambitious curriculum via bespoke interventions.
- Leaders manage teacher workload effectively, allowing staff to concentrate on activities of “most benefit to their pupils.”
Areas to improve
- The school must continue working with parents to improve attendance, as some pupils “miss too many lessons,” negatively impacting outcomes.
- A consistent approach to managing disruption is needed, as the behaviour of a small proportion of pupils can “interrupt the learning of others.”
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective.”
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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