Kingsham Primary School
88%
Capacity
277
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Kingsham Primary School
Kingsham Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Chichester community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 277 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 315 places).
Ofsted has rated Kingsham Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lee Dallinger, it falls under West Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7019th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 38 in Chichester.
Kingsham Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 74 applications for 30 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 were first-preference applications.
Kingsham Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 93% recommending the school (54 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 Kingsham Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cross Country, Dance, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Gardening, Chess, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.5%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Chichester, Kingsham 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Hay Road, Chichester, Chichester, PO19 8BN |
| Headteacher | Lee Dallinger |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 277 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.5% |
| School Capacity | 277 / 315 (88% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jun 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (11 Jun 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 Mar 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7019th of 13,686
Nationally
985th of 2,034
In South East
10th of 38
In Chichester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
54 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
74
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hay Road, Chichester
Chichester, PO19 8BN
Journey to School
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