Birdham CE Primary School
URN: 125972 • Chichester PO20 7HB
Overview
- Name
- Birdham CE Primary School
- URN
- 125972
- 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
- 54.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Mark McCadden (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01243512399
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Crooked Lane, Chichester PO20 7HB
Summary
Birdham CE Primary School is a voluntary controlled school located in Chichester, West Sussex, catering to children aged 4-11. With a current enrolment of 129 pupils and a capacity of 147, the school fosters a nurturing and inclusive environment where children can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. The school’s ethos is encapsulated in its motto: "Love Learning; Love Our World; Love Each Other," reflecting its commitment to a well-rounded education.
The curriculum at Birdham CE Primary School is broad and rich, designed to engage students and help them understand their role in the world, particularly through environmental initiatives. The school places a strong emphasis on partnerships among governors, staff, parents, and students to maintain high educational standards. Additionally, the school promotes British values, including democracy, mutual respect, and tolerance, through various activities and initiatives.
Birdham CE Primary School maintains close ties with the local community, including St James Church, and engages in charitable work both locally and internationally. The school is dedicated to safeguarding children and promoting their well-being, ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment.
The curriculum at Birdham CE Primary School is broad and rich, designed to engage students and help them understand their role in the world, particularly through environmental initiatives. The school places a strong emphasis on partnerships among governors, staff, parents, and students to maintain high educational standards. Additionally, the school promotes British values, including democracy, mutual respect, and tolerance, through various activities and initiatives.
Birdham CE Primary School maintains close ties with the local community, including St James Church, and engages in charitable work both locally and internationally. The school is dedicated to safeguarding children and promoting their well-being, ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment.
Useful links
- Link to DfE Website (other)
- Birdham Pre-School (other)
- Google Chrome (other)
- Greenhouse School Websites (other)
- Website design (other)
Nearby alternatives
- The March CofE Primary School (62.1)
- Fishbourne CofE Primary School (61.3)
- Aldingbourne Primary School (61.2)
- The March CofE Primary School (61.1)
- Lavant CofE Primary School (61.0)
Key details
- LA
- West Sussex
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 147
- Pupils
- 129
- Boys
- 72
- Girls
- 57
- FSM %
- 24.00
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-09-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 129 | 72 | 57 | 147 | 24.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 122 | 68 | 54 | 147 | 26.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 126 | 74 | 52 | 147 | 13.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 126 | 74 | 52 | 147 | 13.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 121 | 66 | 55 | 147 | 10.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 143 | 78 | 65 | 147 | 8.40 |
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