Rustington Community Primary School

About Rustington Community Primary School

Rustington Community Primary School is a friendly, caring school committed to offering every child a secure, stimulating and happy environment where each child can do their best. We aim for our school to be a place where children, staff and families are valued and all work together to ensure that children are challenged academically, inspired creatively and supported and fostered in their emotional development.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Ms M Smailes

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 5.0

Teaching Quality 4.7

Communication 4.3

Student Wellbeing 4.7

Facilities 4.7

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 109 responses • 18.8% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

89% positive 9.1% negative

My child feels safe at this school

89.9% positive 8.2% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

80.8% positive 11.9% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

77% positive 13.7% negative

My child does well at this school

89% positive 8.2% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 109 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

26.3

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

61.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

76.0%

Reading

Avg score: 105.0

75.0%

Maths

Avg score: 103.0

72.0%

Writing

Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 4

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Helen G Unconfirmed

Parent Dec 15, 2022

4.0

"Good Experience, Some Room for Improvement"

We've had a good experience at Rustington Community Primary School, but we feel that there could be some improvements made in terms of communication with parents. Our son enjoys coming to school and is learning well.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Emily R Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Wonderful Experience for Our Children"

We've been so impressed with Rustington Community Primary School. Our son loves learning and enjoys coming to school every day. The staff are very supportive and the facilities are excellent.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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David B Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 15, 2022

5.0

"Great School with a Caring Atmosphere"

Rustington Community Primary School has been a great choice for our family. The teachers are kind and understanding, and the school values of respect and kindness are wonderful to see in action. Our daughter has flourished here.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sarah K Unconfirmed

Parent Mar 1, 2021

4.0

"Excellent Education and Support"

We were impressed with Rustington Community Primary School during our daughter's time here. The school provided excellent education and support for her needs. We were grateful for the opportunities and experiences she had.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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