Chichester Free School

URN: 139668 • Chichester PO20 1NP

Overview

Name
Chichester Free School
URN
139668
Type
Free schools
Phase
All-through
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
SUSSEX LEARNING TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
80.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Louise New (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01243792690
Website
Visit
Address
Hunston Road, Chichester PO20 1NP

Summary

Chichester Free School is an all-through mixed school located in Chichester, West Sussex, with a current enrolment of 1,078 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 1,020. The school aims to nurture, challenge, and inspire students through a supportive and engaging learning environment. It offers a broad curriculum designed to cater to the diverse needs of its pupils, fostering both academic and personal development.

The school places a strong emphasis on community involvement, as demonstrated by initiatives such as Year 6 pupils reaching out to local supermarkets for food donations to share breakfast together. Additionally, the school celebrates student achievements through events like the Principal's Award, reinforcing a culture of recognition and encouragement.

Chichester Free School also prioritises uniform adherence, with a dedicated school shop for purchasing uniforms and other school-related items. Regular second-hand uniform sales are held to support families and promote sustainability within the school community. Overall, the school fosters a collaborative environment that values both education and community spirit.

Key details

LA
West Sussex
Age range
4 - 19
Boarders
Not applicable
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
SUSSEX LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
1020
Pupils
1078
Boys
538
Girls
540
FSM %
14.50
Open date
2013-09-09
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-05-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Sussex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1078 538 540 1020 14.50
2024-09-11 1063 534 529 1020 12.50
2023-09-11 1015 482 533 1020 8.30
2022-09-11 1015 482 533 1020 8.30
2021-09-11 1023 478 545 1260 7.80
2020-09-11 1037 523 514 1260 7.10

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