Fishbourne CofE Primary School
99%
Capacity
208
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About Fishbourne CofE Primary School
Fishbourne CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Chichester community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 208 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Fishbourne CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Naomi Day, it falls under West Sussex local authority.
Fishbourne CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 103 applications for 30 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 43 were first-preference applications.
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 Fishbourne CofE Primary School include Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Library, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Cricket, Netball, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Book Club, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Chichester, Fishbourne 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 | Roman Way, Chichester, Chichester, PO19 3QS |
| Headteacher | Naomi Day |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 208 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.7% |
| School Capacity | 208 / 210 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 May 2019Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 May 2019): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Jul 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
103
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
43 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Roman Way, Chichester
Chichester, PO19 3QS
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