The short version
Below-average SATs results. At capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2010).
- SATs results are below the national average, with 50% meeting the expected standard (national: 62%)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2010
- The school is at capacity (95% full)
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Reading, Writing & Maths
Expected standard
Pupils meeting expected level in all three
50%
-12.0pp vs nationalHigher standard
Pupils exceeding expected level
4%
-4.0pp vs nationalSubject scores
Reading
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
105
-1.0 vs nationalMaths
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
102
-3.0 vs nationalGrammar & spelling
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
102
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 10 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
14% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
2% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 21 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 13 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 16 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 4–11
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 200
- Capacity
- 95%
- FSM
- 6.5%
Governance
- Local authority
- West Sussex
- Head
- Mr Charlie King (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
7 official reports linked on this page, including 6 earlier reports.
Previous reports
School inspection
September 2019 | School Inspection
Short inspection
February 2016 | Short Inspection
Interim assessment
March 2014 | Interim assessment Interim assessment
Full inspection: Good
October 2010 | Full Inspection
Full inspection: Good
March 2008 | Full Inspection
Full inspection
June 2003 | Full Inspection
Location
Plaistow, Billingshurst, West Sussex, RH14 0PX
Rural setting
Questions parents ask
What is Plaistow and Kirdford Primary School's Ofsted rating?
Plaistow and Kirdford Primary School was rated Good at its most recent inspection in January 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Plaistow and Kirdford Primary School?
Plaistow and Kirdford Primary School currently has 200 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Plaistow and Kirdford Primary School take?
Plaistow and Kirdford Primary School caters for pupils aged 4 to 11. It is classified as a primary school.
Where is Plaistow and Kirdford Primary School?
Plaistow and Kirdford Primary School is in Billingshurst, RH14 0PX, in the West Sussex local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Plaistow and Kirdford Primary School have a sixth form?
No, Plaistow and Kirdford Primary School does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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