Bishop Tufnell CofE Primary School, Felpham
URN: 126050 • Bognor Regis PO22 6BN
Overview
- Name
- Bishop Tufnell CofE Primary School, Felpham
- URN
- 126050
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Nick Sharp (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01243584412
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Pennyfields, Bognor Regis PO22 6BN
Summary
Bishop Tufnell CofE Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school located in Felpham, Bognor Regis, West Sussex. With a current enrolment of 334 pupils, the school has a capacity for 630 students. The school prides itself on creating a safe and nurturing environment where children can flourish academically while also embracing the values of the Church of England. The ethos of the school is rooted in its Christian vision, which guides its commitment to supporting every child's potential.
The curriculum at Bishop Tufnell is designed to provide a well-rounded education, incorporating a variety of opportunities for students, including sports, music, and leadership roles. The school boasts extensive outdoor facilities, including nature areas and woodland, where children engage in forest school sessions, promoting healthy habits and positive mental health. The dedicated staff team is focused on inclusivity and strives for excellence in both teaching and learning.
Bishop Tufnell CE Primary School actively welcomes children from diverse backgrounds and religions, fostering a strong sense of community. The school encourages parental involvement and offers open days for prospective families to explore its offerings and meet the staff.
The curriculum at Bishop Tufnell is designed to provide a well-rounded education, incorporating a variety of opportunities for students, including sports, music, and leadership roles. The school boasts extensive outdoor facilities, including nature areas and woodland, where children engage in forest school sessions, promoting healthy habits and positive mental health. The dedicated staff team is focused on inclusivity and strives for excellence in both teaching and learning.
Bishop Tufnell CE Primary School actively welcomes children from diverse backgrounds and religions, fostering a strong sense of community. The school encourages parental involvement and offers open days for prospective families to explore its offerings and meet the staff.
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- Register of Business and Pecuniary Interests (governance)
- Committee Meetings (governance)
- Governor Attendance (governance)
- Meet the Governors (governance)
- What is a Governing Body (governance)
- Senior Mental Health Team (sen)
- SEND (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- Downview Primary School (70.2)
- St Mary's Catholic Primary School (62.5)
- Rose Green Junior School (62.1)
- Rose Green Infant School (61.7)
- Barnham Primary School (61.0)
Key details
- LA
- West Sussex
- Age range
- 5 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 630
- Pupils
- 334
- Boys
- 161
- Girls
- 173
- FSM %
- 15.90
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-07-07
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 334 | 161 | 173 | 630 | 15.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 377 | 182 | 195 | 630 | 15.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 465 | 225 | 240 | 630 | 14.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 465 | 225 | 240 | 630 | 14.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 507 | 250 | 257 | 630 | 13.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 542 | 268 | 274 | 630 | 8.90 |
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