Fittleworth CofE Village School
91%
Capacity
128
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Fittleworth CofE Village School
Fittleworth CofE Village School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Chichester community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 128 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 140 places).
Ofsted has rated Fittleworth CofE Village School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Deborah Burnett, it falls under West Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 42% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12266th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 27th out of 38 in Chichester.
Fittleworth CofE Village School is a popular choice with families — it received 56 applications for 20 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
Fittleworth CofE Village School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the school (57 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Fittleworth CofE Village School include Library, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Gymnastics, Tennis, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Science Club, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Chichester, Fittleworth CofE Village 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 | School Lane, Fittleworth, Chichester, RH20 1JB |
| Headteacher | Deborah Burnett |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 128 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.5% |
| School Capacity | 128 / 140 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 May 2025Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (42%)
12266th of 13,686
Nationally
1828th of 2,034
In South East
27th of 38
In Chichester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
42%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
57 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
56
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (32% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Fittleworth CofE Village School
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Contact Information
School Lane, Fittleworth
Chichester, RH20 1JB
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