A welcome from our Executive Headteacher - Peter Edgington:

Welcome to St Richard’s Catholic Primary School in the historic city of Chichester. Our school serves a beautiful part of south-west Sussex stretching from the South Downs to the sea and from the Hampshire border to Selsey. We have strong links with the Chichester Catholic Parish - Our Lady and the Saints of Sussex - as well as deepening links with fellow Catholic schools in Bognor Regis and Arundel.

At the heart of our school is our Mission Statement and our purpose is to help the children to know and love Jesus and to love and serve each other. We are blessed to have compassionate and caring staff who strive to understand the needs and talents of each child to enable them to achieve their God-given potential.

I have the privilege of being Executive Headteacher at St Richard’s and I work closely with Mrs Bridges, the Head of School. We work in partnership with parents to develop a love of learning in the children and a sense of awe and wonder at God’s creation. We have an exciting curriculum which emphasises creativity and inclusion and our staff take every opportunity to engage the children in practical learning both inside and outside the classroom. We would be delighted to welcome you to our school so please explore our website to find out more and book a visit so you can see for yourself!

Mr Peter Edgington 

A welcome from our Head of School - Sydney Bridges:

As Head of School, I am privileged to lead a team of amazingly dedicated teachers and staff who are committed to providing a nurturing and enriching learning environment for all of our pupils.

We provide a creative, challenging, broad and balanced curriculum that is rooted in our Gospel Values. By creating memorable and engaging experiences, our children develop a life-long love of learning through the skills and knowledge taught. Our fully-inclusive curriculum celebrates and reflects the diverse community and cultures we serve. We provide a curriculum that continually evolves and adapts to meet the needs, interests and abilities of all our children. We also offer a wide range of extra-curricular activities and experiences which encourage and nurture our children to achieve their potential and live life to the full.  

Please explore our website to learn more about our school's mission, curriculum, and values. Whether you are a prospective family considering joining our community or are already part of our school, I encourage you to explore the rich tapestry of experiences and opportunities that St Richard's has to offer.

Mrs Sydney Bridges