St James' CofE Primary School, Coldwaltham
Pulborough, RH20 1LW · West Sussex · primary school
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190th 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 0.0/10 among them, against 0.5/10 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 | 20.0 · 1 | 62% | 0.06 |
| 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.
St James' CofE Primary School, Coldwaltham overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 20.0% 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%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.0 out of 10 among them, against 0.5 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in football, netball, multi-skills, cricket, athletics, rounders, and dance.
Getting in
The published school roll is 44 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 curriculum support pupils who are below the expected standard in core subjects? What specific support is available for children who need extra help with reading or writing?
What Ofsted said about St James' CofE Primary School, Coldwaltham
Overview
St James’ CofE Primary School is described as a ‘happy and harmonious place’ where pupils feel ‘valued, safe and cared for’. The report highlights that the school has made ‘considerable improvements’ since its previous inspection, with a ‘fully ordered and sequenced’ curriculum that helps pupils attain well. Leaders and governors share an ambition to ‘drive the school forward’, resulting in a strong sense of community and high levels of nurture.
Strengths
- Pupils speak with ‘maturity and fondness’ about the school, describing it as ‘small, fun and peaceful’.
- The curriculum is ‘well considered’ to build on prior knowledge in logical steps, with reading taught well and phonics training improving outcomes.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) have their needs ‘carefully identified’ and receive appropriate adaptations to be ‘included and successful’.
- Relationships are ‘warm and good-humoured’, with older pupils acting as role models and everyone getting along well.
- Staff have ‘secure knowledge’ of content, and teachers effectively recap previous knowledge to identify gaps and develop understanding.
Areas to improve
- The school should support staff in developing pedagogy and knowledge of prior learning to ensure expectations are consistent and pupils systematically build knowledge.
- Consistent systems to monitor the effectiveness of the curriculum need to be established to fully evaluate its impact across all subjects.
- The physical environment in the early years, particularly outside space, requires development to offer a full range of opportunities for active learning.
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 | 13% |
| 2023/24 | 27% |
| 2024/25 | 20% |
| 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
—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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