Rake CofE Primary School

URN: 125989 • Liss GU33 7JH

Overview

Name
Rake CofE Primary School
URN
125989
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
57.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
David Bertwistle (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01730892126
Website
Visit
Address
London Road, Liss GU33 7JH

Summary

Rake CofE Primary School is a small, mixed voluntary controlled primary school located in Liss, West Sussex, within the South Downs National Park. With a current enrolment of 88 pupils and a capacity of 112, the school prides itself on creating a supportive and stimulating environment where children can develop their individual talents. The school emphasizes a strong partnership with parents and carers to ensure that all students reach their full potential in a safe and secure setting.

The curriculum at Rake CE Primary is vibrant and creative, featuring well-planned lessons that incorporate outdoor learning and extracurricular activities. The school benefits from its own heated swimming pool and adjacent woodland, which are utilized for various educational purposes, including Forest School activities. This approach not only enhances the learning experience but also fosters character development and resilience among pupils.

As part of the Downland Village Schools Federation, which includes Rogate CE Primary and Compton & Up Marden CE Primary, Rake CE Primary maintains strong relationships with local nurseries and secondary schools. The school community is actively involved in the children's education, and the positive ethos is reflected in the supportive feedback from parents, who appreciate the dedication of the staff and the close-knit atmosphere of the school.

Key details

LA
West Sussex
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
112
Pupils
88
Boys
43
Girls
45
FSM %
11.40
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-10-23
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hampshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 88 43 45 112 11.40
2024-09-11 94 50 44 112 4.30
2023-09-11 94 48 46 112 6.40
2022-09-11 94 48 46 112 6.40
2021-09-11 104 55 49 112 6.90
2020-09-11 109 59 50 112 5.50

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