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Sidlesham Primary School

Chichester · West Sussex · PO20 7NL. primary · Community school · State-funded · Ages 4 to 11. Compare published figures with nearby schools, then print a visit pack — not a league table.

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Ofsted overall: Requires improvement
KS2 RWM expected: 60%
Attainment 8: —
English & maths 9–4: —

Ofsted publication date: 21/07/2024. Open Ofsted report

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What is Sidlesham Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Sidlesham Primary School has an overall Ofsted grade of Requires improvement (published 21/07/2024). Open the full report for context — a single grade is not a verdict on fit for your child.

What are Sidlesham Primary School's Key Stage 2 results?

Published DfE figures show 60% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (RWM) at the end of primary. Compare with neighbours in School Compass — not as a league table.

Where is Sidlesham Primary School?

Sidlesham Primary School is in Chichester (PO20 7NL), West Sussex. URN 125853.

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Inspection excerpt

Verbatim from the published report (School inspection: Requires Improvement School inspection · 25 June 2024). Open the full PDF for context.

Pupils and their parents enjoy being part of this tight-knit community. Pupils love their school, feeling safe and very well cared for by staff. Strong relationships exist between pupils across year groups. At break times, pupils socialise widely, including others in their games. Pupils behave well and are polite and…

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Sidlesham Primary School
URN: 125853
Local authority: West Sussex
Town: Chichester
Postcode: PO20 7NL
Ofsted overall: Requires improvement (21/07/2024)
DfE data period: 2024/2025
Index updated: 2026-07-31
Canonical: https://schoolcompass.uk/schools/125853/
Positioning: School Compass parental compare — not a league table.

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