St James' CofE Primary School, Coldwaltham

URN: 125978 • Pulborough RH20 1LW

Overview

Name
St James' CofE Primary School, Coldwaltham
URN
125978
Type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
44.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Elizabeth Martin (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01798872196
Website
Visit
Address
Church Lane, Pulborough RH20 1LW

Summary

St James' CofE Primary School, located in Coldwaltham, Pulborough, is a voluntary controlled primary school with a mixed-gender enrolment of 53 pupils, against a capacity of 105. The school is part of the Arun Villages Federation, collaborating with other small schools to enhance educational opportunities for all children. The school’s mission is to enable every child to thrive socially, culturally, and academically, preparing them for future educational phases and fostering responsible citizenship.

The curriculum at St James' is designed to be inclusive and supportive, with a focus on individual progress and development. The school emphasizes British values and offers a range of extracurricular activities, including sports and the arts, to enrich the students' educational experience. Special Educational Needs (SEN) support is also available, ensuring that all children receive the assistance they need to succeed.

St James' has recently achieved a 'Good' rating from Ofsted, reflecting its commitment to high educational standards and community involvement. The school encourages parental engagement through various events and communications, fostering a strong sense of community among families and staff.

Key details

LA
West Sussex
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
105
Pupils
53
Boys
29
Girls
24
FSM %
13.20
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-07-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Sussex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 53 29 24 105 13.20
2024-09-11 73 42 31 105 11.00
2023-09-11 79 44 35 105 8.90
2022-09-11 79 44 35 105 8.90
2021-09-11 73 48 25 105 8.20
2020-09-11 64 43 21 105 7.80

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