River Beach Primary School
97%
Capacity
677
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About River Beach Primary School
River Beach Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Arun community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 677 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 700 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated River Beach Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rhona Wilkinson, 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 7186th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 27 in Arun.
River Beach Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 138 applications for 76 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 73 were first-preference applications.
River Beach Primary School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.4/5 from 2 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 82% recommending the school (78 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at River Beach Primary School include Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Tennis, Dance, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Eco Club, Film Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.0%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Arun, River Beach 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | York Road, Littlehampton, Arun, BN17 6EW |
| Headteacher | Rhona Wilkinson |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 677 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.0% |
| School Capacity | 677 / 700 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Apr 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7186th of 13,686
Nationally
1019th of 2,034
In South East
7th of 27
In Arun
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
78 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed76
138
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
73 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About River Beach Primary School
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Contact Information
York Road, Littlehampton
Arun, BN17 6EW
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