Funtington Primary School
76%
Capacity
107
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Funtington Primary School
Funtington Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Chichester community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 107 pupils on roll, operating at 76% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Funtington Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Katie Hoebee, it falls under West Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4525th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 38 in Chichester.
Funtington Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 48 applications for 18 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.
Funtington Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 98% 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 Funtington Primary School include Gymnasium, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Football, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Eco Club, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Chichester, Funtington 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Heather Close, Chichester, Chichester, PO18 8DR |
| Headteacher | Katie Hoebee |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 107 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.6% |
| School Capacity | 107 / 140 (76% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4525th of 13,686
Nationally
634th of 2,034
In South East
2nd of 38
In Chichester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
0%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed18
48
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Funtington Primary School
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Contact Information
Heather Close, Chichester
Chichester, PO18 8DR
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