West Wittering Parochial Church of England School
| Type | Primary / Voluntary controlled school |
| Age Range | 4-11 |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Address | Pound Road West Wittering Chichester West Sussex PO20 8AJ |
| Phone | 01243513015 |
| Reference Number | 126000 |
West Wittering Parochial Church of England School is performing well, maintaining a good overall effectiveness rating since its previous inspection. The school creates a joyful and caring environment where pupils feel safe, valued, and included. Exceptional pastoral care and a commitment to personal development are notable strengths, with initiatives like ‘beach school’ enriching the curriculum and helping pupils connect learning to real-world experiences. The strong sense of community and the promotion of equality contribute positively to the school atmosphere.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 99 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 46.46%
Girls: 53.54% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 12.1% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 4% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 24.8 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 24 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 27.5 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 7 | 7 | 14 |
| 2 | 5 | 10 | 15 |
| 3 | 9 | 6 | 15 |
| 4 | 6 | 6 | 12 |
| 5 | 5 | 8 | 13 |
| 6 | 8 | 7 | 15 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 85.9% |
| Mixed, Other | 6.1% |
| White, Other | 4% |
| White & Asian | 2% |
| Unclassified | 1% |
| White & Black (African) | 1% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Outstanding |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 18 Oct 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 18 Oct 2022 | School inspection: |
| 15 Feb 2017 | Short inspection |
| 15 May 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 13 Oct 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 28 Sep 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 25 Feb 2002 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Exceptional pastoral care and warm, nurturing relationships.
- Engaging and ambitious curriculum with a strong focus on reading.
- Outstanding personal development and well-being initiatives.
- High participation in extracurricular activities and community action.
- Strong support for pupils with special educational needs.
Areas for Improvement
- Lessons do not always align precisely with intended learning outcomes.
- Some foundation subjects are less well implemented.
Ofsted Parent View
The latest published parent view scores are from 2022. Ofsted only publish scores if there have been more than 10 responses to the survey.
| Strongly Agree | Agree | Disagree | Strongly Disagree | Don't Know | Total Responses | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. My child is happy at this school. | 114 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 121 |
| 2. My child feels safe at this school. | 115 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 121 |
| 3. The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved. | 105 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 121 |
| 4. My child has been bullied and the school dealt with the bullying quickly and effectively. | 94 | 19 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 5. The school makes me aware of what my child will learn during the year. | 98 | 17 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 121 |
| 6. When I have raised concerns with the school they have been dealt with properly. | 32 | 76 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 7. My child has SEND, and the school gives them the support they need to succeed. | 12 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13 |
| 8. The school has high expectations for my child. | 94 | 23 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 121 |
| 9. My child does well at this school. | 108 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 121 |
| 10. The school lets me know how my child is doing. | 100 | 20 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 121 |
| 11. There is a good range of subjects available to my child at this school. | 107 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 121 |
| 12. My child can take part in clubs and activities at this school. | 98 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 121 |
| 13. The school supports my child’s wider personal development. | 105 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 121 |
| 14. I would recommend this school to another parent. | 121 | 0 |
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 13% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 0% |
Average Scaled Score
Results are converted into scaled scores to allow accurate comparisons of performance over time even if the difficulty of the test varies over time. Scaled scores range from 80 to 120.
| Subject | School | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 101 | ||
| Maths | 98 |
Progress Scores
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| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 2.3 | ||
| Writing | -0.5 | ||
| Maths | -2.7 |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 25 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 9 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
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East Wittering Community Primary School
Stocks Lane, East Wittering, Chichester, West Sussex, PO20 8NH |
1.55 miles |
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Birdham CE Primary School
Crooked Lane, Birdham, Chichester, West Sussex, PO20 7HB |
2.97 miles |
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Thorney Island Community Primary School
Thorney Island, Emsworth, Hampshire, PO10 8DJ |
3.27 miles |
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Mengham Junior School
Palmerston Road, Hayling Island, Hampshire, PO11 9ET |
3.4 miles |
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Mill Rythe Junior School
Havant Road, Hayling Island, Hampshire, PO11 0PA |
3.47 miles |
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Mill Rythe Infant School
Havant Road, Hayling Island, Hampshire, PO11 0PA |
3.47 miles |
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Mengham Infant School
St Mary's Road, Hayling Island, Hampshire, PO11 9DD |
3.59 miles |
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Chidham Parochial Primary School
Chidham Lane, Chidham, Chichester, West Sussex, PO18 8TH |
4.18 miles |
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Bosham Primary School
Walton Lane, Bosham, Chichester, West Sussex, PO18 8QF |
4.29 miles |
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Sidlesham Primary School
Keynor Lane, Sidlesham, Chichester, West Sussex, PO20 7NL |
4.3 miles |
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Southbourne Infant School
New Road, Southbourne, Emsworth, Hampshire, PO10 8JX |
4.6 miles |
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Southbourne Junior School
New Road, Southbourne, Emsworth, Hampshire, PO10 8JX |
4.6 miles |
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The Hayling College
Church Road, Hayling Island, Hampshire, PO11 0NU |
3.51 miles |
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Bourne Community College
Park Road, Southbourne, Emsworth, Hampshire, PO10 8PJ |
4.93 miles |