The short version
Below-average GCSE results. 78% capacity.
- GCSE results are below the national average (Attainment 8: 37.3 vs national 43.8)
- This school does not have a sixth form
Selective intake
This school offers places by entrance exam. See how 11+ formats differ between schools — and which exam boards they use.
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
37.3
6.5 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
0%
EBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
0%
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
27% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 2–16
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 242
- Capacity
- 78%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- West Sussex
- Head
- Mr Matthew King (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
- Nursery
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksIndependent school not found on standard Ofsted provider pages; defer to later ISI-specific handling.
Location
Eartham, Chichester, West Sussex, PO18 0LR
Rural setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmQuestions parents ask
Is Great Ballard School a selective school?
Yes. Great Ballard School has a selective intake, which means places are offered based on performance in an entrance exam. Check the school's admissions page for the current exam format and registration deadlines.
How many pupils attend Great Ballard School?
Great Ballard School currently has 242 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Great Ballard School take?
Great Ballard School caters for pupils aged 2 to 16.
Where is Great Ballard School?
Great Ballard School is in Chichester, PO18 0LR, in the West Sussex local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Great Ballard School have a sixth form?
No, Great Ballard School does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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