Graffham Church of England Infant School (Voluntary Controlled) — Primary School in Petworth

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Graffham Church of England Infant School (Voluntary Controlled)

Petworth, GU28 0NJ

47 Pupils

60 Capacity

4–7 Age Range

6.40% FSM %

24 Boys

23 Girls

About Graffham Church of England Infant School (Voluntary Controlled)

Graffham Church of England Infant School (Voluntary Controlled) is an Local authority maintained schools for pupils aged 4–7 based in West Sussex, South East. The school is mixed-gender and Open with a Church of England character.

It has 47 pupils on roll. School capacity: 60. Current headteacher: Charles Beckerson.

All information is drawn from the GIAS dataset published by the Department for Education. School details including admissions and term dates should be verified with West Sussex or the school directly.

School Details

Establishment Type	Voluntary controlled school
Type Group	Local authority maintained schools
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	West Sussex
Region	South East
Administrative District	Chichester
Parliamentary Constituency	Arundel and South Downs
Ward	Fittleworth
Urban / Rural	Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Not applicable
Religious Character	Church of England
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	No boarders
Sixth Form	Does not have a sixth form
Nursery Provision	No Nursery Classes
Opened	31-03-2014
UKPRN	10088533
URN	148396
Data Last Updated	13-02-2026

Governors & Trustees (12)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mr Giovanni Soffietto	Chair of Governors	20/04/2023	19/04/2027	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Henrietta Aparicio	Governor	20/10/2022	19/10/2026	Elected by parents
Mr Roy Barden	Governor	03/07/2025	02/07/2029	Appointed by GB/board
Mr Charles Beckerson	Governor	01/01/2025	—	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Revd Dr David Crook	Governor	04/04/2023	03/04/2027	Foundation/sponsor members
Ms Jenny Godfrey	Governor	03/07/2025	02/07/2029	Elected by school staff
Mr William Goodwin	Governor	10/03/2022	27/07/2025	Appointed by LA
Mrs Alex Harris	Governor	23/09/2024	03/07/2025	Elected by school staff
Mr Andrew Mills	Governor	21/09/2023	20/09/2027	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Dee Mills	Governor	21/09/2023	03/07/2025	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Regan Rissik	Governor	04/12/2025	03/12/2029	Appointed by GB/board
Mr Rob Sherwood	Governor	19/07/2024	18/07/2028	Elected by parents

Schools Nearby

Seaford College

1.73 km •

Other

Duncton CofE Junior School

3.07 km • Petworth

Other

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is Graffham Church of England Infant School (Voluntary Controlled)?

Graffham Church of England Infant School (Voluntary Controlled) is a Voluntary controlled school (group: Local authority maintained schools) in Petworth, West Sussex.

How many pupils does Graffham Church of England Infant School (Voluntary Controlled) have?

Graffham Church of England Infant School (Voluntary Controlled) has 47 pupils, with a capacity of 60.

What is the age range at Graffham Church of England Infant School (Voluntary Controlled)?

Graffham Church of England Infant School (Voluntary Controlled) caters for pupils aged 4 to 7.

Is Graffham Church of England Infant School (Voluntary Controlled) a faith school?

Yes, Graffham Church of England Infant School (Voluntary Controlled) has a Church of England religious character.

Who is the headteacher at Graffham Church of England Infant School (Voluntary Controlled)?

The Headteacher at Graffham Church of England Infant School (Voluntary Controlled) is Mr Charles Beckerson.

Where is Graffham Church of England Infant School (Voluntary Controlled) located?

Graffham Church of England Infant School (Voluntary Controlled) is at Graffham, Petworth, GU28 0NJ, in the West Sussex local authority, South East.

Does Graffham Church of England Infant School (Voluntary Controlled) have a sixth form?

Sixth form at Graffham Church of England Infant School (Voluntary Controlled): Does not have a sixth form.

Is Graffham Church of England Infant School (Voluntary Controlled) currently open?

Graffham Church of England Infant School (Voluntary Controlled) is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mr Charles Beckerson

Graffham, Petworth, GU28 0NJ

01798867324

www.graffhamandduncton.w-sussex.sch.uk/

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 148396

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026