Amberley CofE Primary School
URN: 125970 • Arundel BN18 9NB
Overview
- Name
- Amberley CofE Primary School
- URN
- 125970
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 49.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Elizabeth Martin (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01798831612
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- School Road, Arundel BN18 9NB
Summary
Amberley CofE Primary School is a voluntary controlled school located in Arundel, West Sussex, catering to children aged 4 to 11 years, from Reception to Year 6. Established in 1874, the school maintains a warm and homely atmosphere, supported by extensive grounds that include adventure play areas, a pond, and wildlife spaces, all nestled within the South Downs National Park.
The school operates in collaboration with St James School in Coldwaltham, sharing a Head Teacher and resources to enhance educational opportunities while preserving the village school ethos. This partnership allows for a broader range of experiences and social interactions for pupils, fostering a sense of community and shared learning.
Amberley School is committed to providing an engaging and enjoyable curriculum, with small class sizes that ensure individual attention for each child. The school promotes a Christian ethos, encouraging kindness and responsible behaviour, and is part of the STARS group, which facilitates collaborative events and activities with other local schools.
The school operates in collaboration with St James School in Coldwaltham, sharing a Head Teacher and resources to enhance educational opportunities while preserving the village school ethos. This partnership allows for a broader range of experiences and social interactions for pupils, fostering a sense of community and shared learning.
Amberley School is committed to providing an engaging and enjoyable curriculum, with small class sizes that ensure individual attention for each child. The school promotes a Christian ethos, encouraging kindness and responsible behaviour, and is part of the STARS group, which facilitates collaborative events and activities with other local schools.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Who are your Governors? (governance)
- Governors' GVO (governance)
- Amberley School Enrichment Fund (governance)
- Contacting Governors (governance)
- Governor news (governance)
- Policies (governance)
- What is a Governor? (governance)
- Special Educational Needs & Local Offer (sen)
- More News (calendar)
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Key details
- LA
- West Sussex
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 70
- Pupils
- 45
- Boys
- 22
- Girls
- 23
- FSM %
- 26.70
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-05-04
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 45 | 22 | 23 | 70 | 26.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 51 | 28 | 23 | 70 | 21.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 57 | 31 | 26 | 70 | 14.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 57 | 31 | 26 | 70 | 14.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 52 | 27 | 25 | 81 | 7.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 48 | 26 | 22 | 81 | 8.30 |
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