Singleton CofE Primary School
100%
Capacity
70
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Singleton CofE Primary School
Singleton 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 70 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 70 places).
Ofsted has rated Singleton CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Theresa Smyth, it falls under West Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 38% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12776th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 29th out of 38 in Chichester.
Singleton CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 19 applications for 9 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 8 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Singleton CofE Primary School include Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Forest School, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Netball, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Drama, Eco Club, Science Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.7%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Chichester, Singleton 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 | Charlton Road, Singleton CE Primary School, Singleton, Chichester, PO18 0HP |
| Headteacher | Theresa Smyth |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 70 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.7% |
| School Capacity | 70 / 70 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Jun 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (38%)
12776th of 13,686
Nationally
1897th of 2,034
In South East
29th of 38
In Chichester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
38%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed9
19
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
8 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Singleton CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Charlton Road, Singleton CE Primary School, Singleton
Chichester, PO18 0HP
Charlton Road, Singleton CE Primary School, Singleton
Chichester, PO18 0HP
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