Rumboldswhyke CofE Primary School
99%
Capacity
125
Pupils
4.2x
Demand
About Rumboldswhyke CofE Primary School
Rumboldswhyke CofE 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 125 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 126 places).
Ofsted has rated Rumboldswhyke CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lisa Harris, it falls under West Sussex local authority.
Rumboldswhyke CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 76 applications for 18 places, making it 4.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Rumboldswhyke CofE Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Forest School, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Cricket, Netball, as well as clubs including Gardening, Chess, Choir, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.4%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Chichester, Rumboldswhyke CofE 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 | Rumbolds Close, Chichester, Chichester, PO19 7UA |
| Headteacher | Lisa Harris |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 125 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.4% |
| School Capacity | 125 / 126 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Oct 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed18
76
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Rumbolds Close, Chichester
Chichester, PO19 7UA
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