The March CofE Primary School
96%
Capacity
202
Pupils
3.6x
Demand
About The March CofE Primary School
The March 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 202 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated The March CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nicky Metcalfe, it falls under West Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 27% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13388th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 36th out of 38 in Chichester.
The March CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 108 applications for 30 places, making it 3.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 53 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 The March CofE Primary School include Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Library, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Netball, Rounders, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Choir, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Chichester, The March 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 | Claypit Lane, Chichester, Chichester, PO18 0NU |
| Headteacher | Nicky Metcalfe |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 202 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.9% |
| School Capacity | 202 / 210 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (27%)
13388th of 13,686
Nationally
1995th of 2,034
In South East
36th of 38
In Chichester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
27%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
108
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
53 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The March CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Claypit Lane, Chichester
Chichester, PO18 0NU
Journey to School
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