The March CofE Primary School
URN: 146448 • Chichester PO18 0NU
Overview
- Name
- The March CofE Primary School
- URN
- 146448
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- DIOCESE OF CHICHESTER ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 61.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Nicky Metcalfe (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01243783987
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Claypit Lane, Chichester PO18 0NU
Summary
The March CofE Primary School, located in Chichester, West Sussex, is a mixed academy converter with a current enrolment of 202 pupils, against a capacity of 210. The school is committed to fostering a Christian ethos, aiming to create a supportive environment where every child feels happy, secure, and valued. This approach is designed to help students become confident and responsible learners who can positively contribute to their community.
As a Rights Respecting School, The March CE Primary prioritises the well-being of its students, ensuring they have access to important information and support. The curriculum is designed to be creative and inclusive, catering to the diverse talents and abilities of all children, regardless of their background. The school is part of the Diocese of Chichester Academy Trust, which provides additional governance and support.
Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community, with opportunities to visit and interact with staff and students. The dedicated team of teachers and teaching assistants is focused on personal achievement, ensuring that each child has the chance to thrive academically and socially. For more information, visit their website at http://www.march.w-sussex.sch.uk/.
As a Rights Respecting School, The March CE Primary prioritises the well-being of its students, ensuring they have access to important information and support. The curriculum is designed to be creative and inclusive, catering to the diverse talents and abilities of all children, regardless of their background. The school is part of the Diocese of Chichester Academy Trust, which provides additional governance and support.
Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community, with opportunities to visit and interact with staff and students. The dedicated team of teachers and teaching assistants is focused on personal achievement, ensuring that each child has the chance to thrive academically and socially. For more information, visit their website at http://www.march.w-sussex.sch.uk/.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Our School and Governors (governance)
- Attendance and Absence​​​​​​​ (sen)
- SEND Information (sen)
- Admissions (other)
- Admissions (other)
- WSCC Admissions Information (other)
Nearby alternatives
- The March CofE Primary School (62.1)
- Fishbourne CofE Primary School (61.3)
- Aldingbourne Primary School (61.2)
- Lavant CofE Primary School (61.0)
- North Mundham Primary School (59.1)
Key details
- LA
- West Sussex
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- DIOCESE OF CHICHESTER ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 202
- Boys
- 106
- Girls
- 96
- FSM %
- 9.90
- Open date
- 2018-12-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-03-08
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 202 | 106 | 96 | 210 | 9.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 209 | 113 | 96 | 210 | 10.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 210 | 103 | 107 | 210 | 10.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 210 | 103 | 107 | 210 | 10.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 202 | 103 | 99 | 210 | 6.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 202 | 106 | 96 | 210 | 8.40 |
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