Bishop Tufnell CofE Primary School, Felpham
| Type | Primary / Voluntary aided school |
| Age Range | 5-11 |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Address | Pennyfields Felpham Bognor Regis West Sussex PO22 6BN |
| Phone | 01243584412 |
| Reference Number | 126050 |
Bishop Tufnell Church of England Primary School has demonstrated a commendable turnaround since its previous inspection, moving from requiring improvement to achieving good overall effectiveness across all areas inspected. The report highlights strong leadership and management, effective pastoral care, and a nurturing environment that prioritizes pupil well-being. Pupils are engaged in their learning, showing positive behavior and enjoying a variety of extracurricular activities that enhance their educational experience.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 334 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 48.2%
Girls: 51.8% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 15.9% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 4.5% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 27.8 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 29.5 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 27 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 23 | 24 | 47 |
| 2 | 18 | 23 | 41 |
| 3 | 26 | 22 | 48 |
| 4 | 25 | 27 | 52 |
| 5 | 26 | 24 | 50 |
| 6 | 30 | 36 | 66 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 88.9% |
| White, Other | 5.4% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.2% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.6% |
| White & Asian | 0.6% |
| Unclassified | 0.6% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.3% |
| African | 0.3% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 06 Jul 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 06 Jul 2022 | School inspection: |
| 17 Mar 2022 | Monitoring visit |
| 30 Mar 2021 | Monitoring visit |
| 18 Dec 2019 | Monitoring visit |
| 25 Sep 2018 | Full inspection: |
| 12 Jun 2017 | Monitoring visit |
| 03 Mar 2016 | Full inspection: |
| 28 Mar 2014 | Interim assessment |
| 25 May 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 26 Mar 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 17 Nov 2003 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong leadership and management fostering improvement.
- Effective support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- High expectations for behavior and achievement established from early years.
- Strong emphasis on reading and phonics, leading to effective early literacy development.
- Positive relationships and a culture of mutual respect among pupils.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent use of assessment in foundation subjects.
- Some staff lack the necessary knowledge and skills to teach all curriculum areas effectively.
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 41% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 5% |
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 | 103 | ||
| Maths | 103 |
Progress Scores
A progress score is a way to measure how well a student progressed in comparison to other students of a similar starting ability. A score of zero means would mean that a student made the same progress as others that had a similar starting a ability. A positive score would mean that the student made more progress than other students of similar starting ability. The scores below are for the whole school so is the average progress score across all students.
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | -0.7 | ||
| Maths | -3.1 |
How many students meet the standards
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 31 | 1 |
| Third Preference | 14 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
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Downview Primary School
Wroxham Way, Felpham, Bognor Regis, West Sussex, PO22 8ER |
0.95 miles |
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Edward Bryant School
London Road, Bognor Regis, West Sussex, PO21 1BG |
1.77 miles |
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St Mary's Catholic Primary School
Glamis Street, Bognor Regis, West Sussex, PO21 1DJ |
1.79 miles |
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South Bersted CofE Primary School
Church Lane, Bognor Regis, West Sussex, PO22 9PZ |
1.8 miles |
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Bersted Green Primary School, Bognor Regis
Laburnum Grove, Bognor Regis, West Sussex, PO22 9HT |
2.01 miles |
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Bognor Regis Nursery School
85 Victoria Drive, Bognor Regis, PO21 2TB |
2.13 miles |
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Yapton CE Primary School
North End Road, Yapton, Arundel, West Sussex, BN18 0DU |
2.18 miles |
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Bartons Primary School, Bognor Regis
Lethaby Road, Bognor Regis, West Sussex, PO21 5EJ |
2.54 miles |
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Southway Primary School
South Way, Bognor Regis, West Sussex, PO21 5EZ |
2.64 miles |
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St Mary's CofE Primary School
Brookpit Lane, Clymping, Littlehampton, West Sussex, BN17 5QU |
2.65 miles |
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Nyewood CofE Infant School
Brent Road, Bognor Regis, West Sussex, PO21 5NW |
2.67 miles |
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Nyewood CofE Junior School
Brent Road, Bognor Regis, West Sussex, PO21 5NW |
2.71 miles |
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Barnham Primary School
Elm Grove, Barnham, Bognor Regis, West Sussex, PO22 0HW |
2.82 miles |
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Aldingbourne Primary School
Westergate Street, Westergate, Chichester, West Sussex, PO20 3QR |
3.08 miles |
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Eastergate CofE Primary School
Church Lane, Eastergate, Chichester, West Sussex, PO20 3UT |
3.24 miles |
|
Walberton and Binsted CofE Primary School
The Street, Walberton, Arundel, West Sussex, BN18 0PH |
3.58 miles |
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Rose Green Junior School
Raleigh Road, Rose Green, Bognor Regis, West Sussex, PO21 3NA |
4 miles |
|
Rose Green Infant School
Hawkins Close, Bognor Regis, West Sussex, PO21 3LW |
4.05 miles |
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White Meadows Primary Academy
Whitelea Road, Wick, Littlehampton, West Sussex, BN17 7JL |
4.07 miles |
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River Beach Primary School
York Road, Littlehampton, West Sussex, BN17 6EW |
4.13 miles |
| Name | Distance |
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Felpham Community College
Felpham Way, Felpham, Bognor Regis, West Sussex, PO22 8EL |
1 miles |
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The Regis School
Westloats Lane, Bognor Regis, West Sussex, PO21 5LH |
2.5 miles |
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St Philip Howard Catholic School
Elm Grove South, Barnham, Bognor Regis, West Sussex, PO22 0EN |
2.69 miles |
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Ormiston Six Villages Academy
Lime Avenue, Westergate, Chichester, West Sussex, PO20 3UE |
3.39 miles |
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The Amicus School
The Coach House, Arundel Road, Fontwell, Arundel, West Sussex, BN18 0SX |
4.31 miles |
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The Littlehampton Academy
Fitzalan Road, Littlehampton, West Sussex, BN17 6FE |
4.5 miles |
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Cornfield School, Littlehampton
Cornfield Close, Littlehampton, West Sussex, BN17 6HY |
4.61 miles |