Bersted Green Primary School, Bognor Regis

About Bersted Green Primary School, Bognor Regis

Bersted Green Primary School in Bognor Regis is a state primary for mixed-gender pupils aged 4 to 11, currently serving 271 children against a capacity of 440. That means the school is operating at around 62% of its total possible places, which is worth noting for parents considering their options. The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals stands at 37.3%, significantly higher than the national average for primary schools, which typically sits around 23-24%. This context matters because it shapes the school's intake and the challenges it faces. Despite the spare capacity, demand for places is strong: for the 2025/26 academic year, the school received 79 applications for just 26 places, making it oversubscribed with a ratio of 3.04 applicants per place. Of those, 23 were first-preference applications, and 23 first-preference offers were made, suggesting that while the school is popular locally, not every family who wants a place will get one.

Academically, Bersted Green's most recent Ofsted inspection in October 2024 rated the school as Requires Improvement overall, though this was a graded inspection that did not judge overall effectiveness. The breakdown shows a mixed picture: early years provision, personal development, and behaviour and attitudes were all rated Good, while quality of education and leadership and management were judged as Requires Improvement. This is a downgrade from the school's previous inspection in 2015, when it was rated Good across the board. In terms of Key Stage 2 outcomes for the 2023/24 academic year, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths combined, which is below the local authority average of 56%. Reading scores were stronger, with 72% reaching the expected standard and 26% achieving a higher standard, while maths saw 61% at expected and 11% at higher. Writing was the weakest area, with just 63% at expected and only 4% at a higher level. Nationally, the school ranks in the bottom 50% of primaries on this combined measure.

The school offers a range of facilities including an outdoor playground, ICT suite, playing fields, forest school and a chapel, plus clubs such as book club, drama, gardening, film club, choir and chess. Sports provision covers football, cricket, dance, rounders and swimming. For families with children who have special educational needs, Bersted Green lists provisions for a wide spectrum of needs, including specific learning difficulties like dyslexia, moderate and severe learning difficulties, social, emotional and mental health needs, speech and language difficulties, hearing impairment, physical disability and autistic spectrum disorder. However, the Parent View survey, based on 11 responses, reveals some concerns: while 72% of respondents would recommend the school, only 45% strongly agreed that their child is happy, and 27% strongly disagreed that their child feels safe. The school is oversubscribed, so applying early is essential. It will suit families who value a broad range of extracurricular activities and SEND support, but those prioritising strong academic outcomes or a consistently positive parental experience may want to look at higher-performing local options like Rose Green Junior School, rated Outstanding and 3.4 km away.

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