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Ferring C of E Primary School
Sea Lane, Ferring, Worthing, West Sussex, BN12 5DU, West Sussex
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
53.9 / 100
Top 46%
Better than 54% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
178
Capacity
210
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
85%
Faith
Church of England
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted as of October 2022, this primary school demonstrates solid performance, particularly in achieving 70% of pupils meeting expected standards in reading, writing, and maths at KS2, placing it in the top 36% nationally. While the percentage of students reaching a higher standard is lower at 4%, the school maintains a positive environment for learning, as indicated by its LocaleIQ score, which is better than 54% of schools. Overall, it appears to be a supportive choice for families seeking a strong educational foundation.
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Last inspected: 18 October 2022Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Good
KS2 SATs Results
cohort size not published| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Expected standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of Year 6 pupils meeting the expected level in all three subjects. The key primary benchmark — needed for a confident secondary school start. National average ~61%. | 70% | Top 36% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 4% | Bottom 32% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British91.6%
White Other3.4%
Black Other1.7%
Asian Other1.1%
Asian Indian1.1%
Location
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50.81379, -0.44319 · BN12 5DU
School details
Local authorityWest Sussex
RegionSouth East
URN125982
School typeVoluntary controlled school
Websitewww.ferring.w-sussex.sch.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Ferring C of E Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Ferring C of E Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 18 October 2022.
Is Ferring C of E Primary School a good school?
Ferring C of E Primary School scores 53.9/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 46% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
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