Rumboldswhyke CofE Primary School
URN: 148184 • Chichester PO19 7UA
Overview
- Name
- Rumboldswhyke CofE Primary School
- URN
- 148184
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- BISHOP LUFFA LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 52.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Lisa Harris (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01243782368
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Rumbolds Close, Chichester PO19 7UA
Summary
Rumboldswhyke Church of England Primary School, located in Chichester, West Sussex, is a mixed academy with a current enrolment of 125 pupils, slightly below its capacity of 126. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing and creative environment where children can achieve their potential with confidence and joy, guided by Christian values. The ethos of the school emphasizes mutual respect and the importance of a supportive community, ensuring that every child feels valued and secure.
The curriculum at Rumboldswhyke is designed to be enriching and enjoyable, focusing on both academic and social development. The dedicated staff work to create a safe learning environment that encourages creativity, physical development, and independence. Recent events, such as the World Book Day Poetry Slam, highlight the school's commitment to promoting a love for learning and self-expression among students.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (26.4%), Rumboldswhyke is attentive to the diverse needs of its community, striving to provide an inclusive educational experience. The school actively engages parents and encourages their involvement in their children's education, reinforcing the partnership between home and school.
The curriculum at Rumboldswhyke is designed to be enriching and enjoyable, focusing on both academic and social development. The dedicated staff work to create a safe learning environment that encourages creativity, physical development, and independence. Recent events, such as the World Book Day Poetry Slam, highlight the school's commitment to promoting a love for learning and self-expression among students.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (26.4%), Rumboldswhyke is attentive to the diverse needs of its community, striving to provide an inclusive educational experience. The school actively engages parents and encourages their involvement in their children's education, reinforcing the partnership between home and school.
Useful links
- Local Governing Body (governance)
- Attendance and Absence from School (sen)
- Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (sen)
- Remote Learning – Information for Parents (download)
- COVID Catch Up Plan (download)
- Prospectus (download)
- School Uniform (download)
- Policies and Procedures (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- The March CofE Primary School (62.1)
- Fishbourne CofE Primary School (61.3)
- Aldingbourne Primary School (61.2)
- The March CofE Primary School (61.1)
- Lavant CofE Primary School (61.0)
Key details
- LA
- West Sussex
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- BISHOP LUFFA LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
- Capacity
- 126
- Pupils
- 125
- Boys
- 62
- Girls
- 63
- FSM %
- 26.40
- Open date
- 2020-10-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-09-13
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 125 | 62 | 63 | 126 | 26.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 100 | 44 | 56 | 126 | 32.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 47 | 19 | 28 | 126 | 36.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 47 | 19 | 28 | 126 | 36.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 32 | 12 | 20 | 126 | 28.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 126 |
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