Petworth Cof E Primary School
75%
Capacity
158
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Petworth Cof E Primary School
Petworth Cof E 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 158 pupils on roll, operating at 75% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Petworth Cof E Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher John Galvin, it falls under West Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8792nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 38 in Chichester.
Petworth Cof E Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 48 applications for 27 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
Petworth Cof E Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (65 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Petworth Cof E Primary School include Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Rounders, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Film Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Chichester, Petworth Cof E 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 | South Grove, Petworth, Chichester, GU28 0EE |
| Headteacher | John Galvin |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 158 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.5% |
| School Capacity | 158 / 210 (75% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Feb 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8792nd of 13,686
Nationally
1309th of 2,034
In South East
15th of 38
In Chichester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
65 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
48
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Petworth Cof E Primary School
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Contact Information
South Grove, Petworth
Chichester, GU28 0EE
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