Arundel CofE Primary School
100%
Capacity
209
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Arundel CofE Primary School
Arundel CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Arun community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 209 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Arundel CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher A D Simpson, it falls under West Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 81% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1295th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 27 in Arun.
Arundel CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 84 applications for 30 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 42 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Arundel CofE Primary School include Library, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Forest School, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Swimming, Gymnastics, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Chess, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Arun, Arundel CofE Primary School is one of the options available in the South East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Jarvis Road, Arundel, Arun, BN18 9HT |
| Headteacher | A D Simpson |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 209 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.7% |
| School Capacity | 209 / 210 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (11 Jul 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Apr 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (81%)
1295th of 13,686
Nationally
170th of 2,034
In South East
2nd of 27
In Arun
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
81%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
84
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
42 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Arundel CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Jarvis Road, Arundel
Arun, BN18 9HT
Journey to School
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