Bartons Primary School, Bognor Regis
97%
Capacity
204
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Bartons Primary School, Bognor Regis
Bartons Primary School, Bognor Regis is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Arun community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 204 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Bartons Primary School, Bognor Regis "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kate Powell, it falls under West Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8198th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 27 in Arun.
Bartons Primary School, Bognor Regis is a popular choice with families — it received 86 applications for 30 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
Bartons Primary School, Bognor Regis parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 91% recommending the school (45 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bartons Primary School, Bognor Regis include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Library, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Cricket, Athletics, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Film Club, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Arun, Bartons Primary School, Bognor Regis 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Lethaby Road, Bognor Regis, Arun, PO21 5EJ |
| Headteacher | Kate Powell |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 204 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.6% |
| School Capacity | 204 / 210 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Jan 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (15 Jan 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Jan 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8198th of 13,686
Nationally
1205th of 2,034
In South East
11th of 27
In Arun
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
45 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
86
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Lethaby Road, Bognor Regis
Arun, PO21 5EJ
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