- Ofsted:Expected standard in every area
Results close to the England average.
36 first choices, 30 offers made
Met the standard at 1163%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.8%
- Pupils
- 212
- Pupils per teacher
- 25.9
Schools in PO20
A postcode district in West Sussex
- Postcode district
- 31 schools and nurseries
In short: PO20 is a postcode district in West Sussex with 12 primary schools, 3 secondary schools and 17 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries3112 primary · 3 secondary · 17 nurseries
Top-rated
All PO20 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in PO20
Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.
Top Primary Schools in PO20
12 in PO20, best first
- Ofsted:Good
Results above the England average.
80 first choices, 67 offers made
Met the standard at 1167%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 8.1%
- Pupils
- 1,118
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.3
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
31 first choices, 30 offers made
Met the standard at 1170%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 6.4%
- Pupils
- 219
- Pupils per teacher
- 19.5
Top Secondary Schools in PO20
3 in PO20, best first
- Ofsted:Good
Results above the England average.
80 first choices, 67 offers made
Met the standard at 1167%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 8.1%
- Pupils
- 1,118
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.3
- Ofsted:Good
Results below the England average.
140 first choices, 147 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1642.2
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 7.8%
- Pupils
- 731
- Pupils per teacher
- 19.9
- Ofsted:Good in every area
Results well below the England average.
111 first choices, 116 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1638.3
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 11.1%
- Pupils
- 523
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.4
Nurseries in PO20
17 in PO20, highest Ofsted grade first
Chichester Montessori Limited
Chichester, PO20 1QH · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
4+ Nursery Class
Chichester, PO20 8NH · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Auntie Ro's Playgroup
Chichester, PO20 0RG · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Private Schools in PO20
1 in PO20. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Westbourne House School
Chichester, PO20 2BH · Independent · Primary · Ages 2 to 13
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 302
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in PO20, on one map
Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.
- Outstanding1
- Good21
- Requires improvement1
- Not graded yet8
Before you apply
Apply through the council where you live
Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.
By age
What's on offer for each age
Pick a stage to see every PO20 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
PO20 has 31 schools and nurseries.
Dates to know
Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.
- 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
- 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
- 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
- 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.
Keep up with schools in PO20
Follow any school and we'll email you when it gets a new Ofsted report or new results are out. Nothing else.
Questions
Questions parents ask about PO20
Nearby areas
How many schools are in PO20?
PO20 has 31 schools, including 12 primary schools, 3 secondary schools, 17 nurseries, 1 independent school. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
What are the best schools in PO20?
The highest-ranked schools in PO20 on Eduscope are Aldingbourne Primary School, Chichester Free School, Tangmere Primary Academy. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.
How many private schools are in PO20?
There is 1 independent school in PO20. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare it on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.
How do I choose the right school in PO20?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 31 schools in PO20 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.
Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.