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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils revisit key knowledge regularly to help them remember it.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils鈥� conduct is calm and orderly.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Pupils at risk of falling behind receive extra phonics sessions.
Teacher Engagement: Expert staff present information clearly.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Teachers provide purposeful feedback.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Some staff do not make the most effective activity choices.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Parents appreciate the supportive ethos.
Communication with Parents: Parents speak very positively of the school鈥檚 communication.
Parent Satisfaction: One parent said, 鈥榤y child is thriving at the school.鈥�
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Staff deal swiftly and fairly to correct negative choices.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Leaders are working hard to address inconsistencies in curriculum implementation.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Support for pupils鈥� mental and physical health is a priority.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Pupils behave well in lessons and during social times.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Pastoral care is exceptionally strong.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: The school鈥檚 curriculum provides countless opportunities to develop talents and interests.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Vast array of academic intervention and revision support clubs.
Outdoor Facilities: A wide range of sport, music, and performance clubs available.
Career Counselling Services: Provision for careers information, education, advice, and guidance is praiseworthy.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Pupils receive targeted support to help them catch up quickly.
Support for SEND: Pupils with SEND have their needs accurately identified and receive effective support.
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About Us
Chichester Free School is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in West Sussex, South East.
It has 1063 students from age 4-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 31% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Your kid will receive the necessary training at Chichester Free School to lead a happy and successful life.
Your kid will acquire and develop the crucial information, attitudes, values, and personal skills that result from working within a flexible, broad, and balanced curriculum if there are efficient measures in place to ensure their individual success.
Our students will have the chance to strengthen their communication, critical thinking, and leadership abilities in addition to their subject-area competence.
The school's facilities will be divided into four distinct sections: the KS1, KS2, Senior, and Sixth Form, which will provide our students with specialised, age-appropriate learning settings.
The Foundation Stage curriculum will serve as the foundation for work in Key Stage 1, where students will be fostered and exposed to the world of learning in engaging ways.
When students enter Key Stage 2, the curriculum will place a greater emphasis on literacy and numeracy within a broader range of subjects like humanities, science, a modern foreign language, art, drama, music, and physical education. All of these subjects will be integrated into the curriculum in a fun, engaging way.
A variety of disciplines will be available to students, leading to the traditional study of GCSEs and IGCSEs.
Students will strive to complete the English Baccalaureate by the age of 16.
Students will have access to an academic A Level programme that places a strong emphasis on independent study, good academic achievement, and test performance.
Chichester Free School will provide high-quality services for kids with a range of needs in order to meet the educational needs of all of its students.
Your child will be able to acquire a sense of duty and respect for others in the larger community thanks to the pastoral care emphasis.
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Your kid will acquire and develop the crucial information, attitudes, values, and personal skills that result from working within a flexible, broad, and balanced curriculum if there are efficient measures in place to ensure their individual success.
Our students will have the chance to strengthen their communication, critical thinking, and leadership abilities in addition to their subject-area competence.
The school's facilities will be divided into four distinct sections: the KS1, KS2, Senior, and Sixth Form, which will provide our students with specialised, age-appropriate learning settings.
The Foundation Stage curriculum will serve as the foundation for work in Key Stage 1, where students will be fostered and exposed to the world of learning in engaging ways.
When students enter Key Stage 2, the curriculum will place a greater emphasis on literacy and numeracy within a broader range of subjects like humanities, science, a modern foreign language, art, drama, music, and physical education. All of these subjects will be integrated into the curriculum in a fun, engaging way.
A variety of disciplines will be available to students, leading to the traditional study of GCSEs and IGCSEs.
Students will strive to complete the English Baccalaureate by the age of 16.
Students will have access to an academic A Level programme that places a strong emphasis on independent study, good academic achievement, and test performance.
Chichester Free School will provide high-quality services for kids with a range of needs in order to meet the educational needs of all of its students.
Your child will be able to acquire a sense of duty and respect for others in the larger community thanks to the pastoral care emphasis.
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Primary Exam Result
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 106 | 96 | 97 |
| Reading | 106 | 98 | 98 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 69% | 51.66% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 5.18% | 7.42% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -0.2 | Average |
| Writing | -0.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | 0.7 | Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 102 1 | 96 | 96 |
| Reading | 102 1 | 96 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 50% 17 | 57.54% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% 11 | 6.56% | 9.72% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 0.2 | Average |
| Writing | -0.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | -0.2 | Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 103 | 95 | 94 |
| Reading | 103 3 | 97 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 67% 14 | 57.02% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 13% | 6.51% | 9.16% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -2.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.6 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.4 | Below Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 103 | 88 | 93 |
| Reading | 106 | 89 | 93 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 53% | 48.01% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 4.61% | 8.19% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 0.3 | Average |
| Writing | -6.1 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -2.1 | Below Average |
Secondary Exam Result
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.46 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 40.0 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 31% | 24.32% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 61% | 36.43% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 22% | 17.6% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 6% | 8.03% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 16% | 11.75% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.40 | 2.47 | 2.83 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 95% | 94.16% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 110 | 167 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 88.37% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 73% | 40.69% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 10% | 21.35% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 15.06% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 11.39% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.14% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 3.47% | 3.59% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.32 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 44.2 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 40% | 26.18% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 62% | 38.25% | 45.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 28% | 19.43% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 15% | 10.22% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 20% | 13.83% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.84 | 2.7 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 93% | 90.25% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 116 | 167 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 86.98% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 78% | 43.02% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 12% | 21.15% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 13.38% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 9.44% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 1.4% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 1.9% | 2.13% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.07 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 44.4 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 34% 3 | 24.14% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 72% 9 | 38.12% | 43.41% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 64% | 23.17% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 17% 2 | 9.39% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 26% 3 | 13.84% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.11 | 2.62 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 100% | 90% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 29 | 165 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 97% | 84.45% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 79% | 39.52% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 17% | 22% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 12.55% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 10.32% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.82% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 2.57% | 2.75% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.05 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 44.8 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 37% 15 | 24.72% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 63% 23 | 36.64% | 42.62% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 52% | 19.75% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 15% 13 | 8.94% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 29% 1 | 12.84% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.07 | 2.58 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 85.5% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 173 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 75.5% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 35.98% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 23.21% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 12.43% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 6.36% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.33% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.1% | 2.05% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.28 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 46.9 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 52% | 25.54% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 86% | 37.52% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 62% | 20.17% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 28% | 11.18% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 28% | 12.28% | 16.26% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 82.78% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 173 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 66.41% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 36.41% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 22.2% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 11.44% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 5.59% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.49% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.68% | 2.45% |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Chichester Free School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
