Shipley CofE Primary School
Horsham, RH13 8PL · West Sussex · primary school
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159th 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 3,930 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.5/10 among them, against 1.6/10 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 | 50.0 · 19 | 40% | 0.76 |
| 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.
Shipley CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 50.0% 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%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.5 out of 10 among them, against 1.6 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils access a breakfast club and after-school club. Activities include Woods for Learning, basketball, tennis, art club, rocksteady music lessons, and photography.
Getting in
The published school roll is 66 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 to progress from the expected standard to the higher standard? What specific strategies are used to improve reading outcomes for the current cohort?
What Ofsted said about Shipley CofE Primary School
Overview
Shipley CofE Primary School continues to be a good school, providing a nurturing environment where pupils feel happy and resilient. The curriculum is described as "interesting and well crafted," with staff demonstrating strong subject knowledge and high expectations for behaviour and achievement.
Strengths
- Pupils are "confident and resilient," arriving eager to learn and taking pride in their work.
- The curriculum is "well crafted" and effectively meets the needs of pupils in mixed-age classes.
- Staff support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) "thoughtfully," ensuring they access the full curriculum.
- Reading is a priority, with a "rigorous and well-structured phonics programme" enabling pupils to learn to read "quickly and fluently."
- Governors provide "strong support and challenge," including actions to reduce staff workload, resulting in high morale.
Areas to improve
- Teachers must assess pupils’ knowledge "consistently well" before introducing new learning to address gaps and misconceptions effectively.
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 | 46% |
| 2023/24 | 54% |
| 2024/25 | 50% |
| 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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