South Bersted CofE Primary School
95%
Capacity
200
Pupils
3.5x
Demand
About South Bersted CofE Primary School
South Bersted CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Arun community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 200 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated South Bersted CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Noel Goodwin, it falls under West Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7877th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 27 in Arun.
South Bersted CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 109 applications for 31 places, making it 3.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 43 were first-preference applications.
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 South Bersted CofE Primary School include Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Dance, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Choir, Book Club, Art Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Arun, South Bersted 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 | Church Lane, Bognor Regis, Arun, PO22 9PZ |
| Headteacher | Noel Goodwin |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 200 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.0% |
| School Capacity | 200 / 210 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Sept 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jun 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7877th of 13,686
Nationally
1144th of 2,034
In South East
10th of 27
In Arun
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed31
109
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
43 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About South Bersted CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Church Lane, Bognor Regis
Arun, PO22 9PZ
Journey to School
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