Beckley Church of England Primary School
Rye, TN31 6RN · East Sussex · primary school
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77th of 130 primary schools in East Sussex we can score, 144 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 3,927 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.5/10 among them, against 3.4/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 50.0 · 19 | 40% | 0.76 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 8.0 · 57 | 25% | 1.43 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Beckley Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 50.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 8.0% achieved this, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.5 out of 10 among them, against 3.4 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club for wraparound care.
Getting in
The published school roll is 83 pupils against a stated capacity of 105. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are below the national median in core subjects? What specific activities take place during the breakfast and after-school clubs? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating in daily practice?
What Ofsted said about Beckley Church of England Primary School
Overview
Beckley Church of England Primary School continues to be a good school, characterised by a warm, family-like community where pupils are happy and well supported. The report highlights an ambitious curriculum that builds knowledge effectively, resulting in strong outcomes in English and mathematics, alongside high levels of pupil engagement and positive behaviour.
Strengths
- Pupils enjoy coming to school, arriving "cheerfully, brimming with enthusiasm" and working diligently with "warm and good natured" relationships.
- The curriculum is "well-designed" and "well sequenced" in most subjects, ensuring pupils are "well prepared for the next stages of their education."
- Reading is a clear priority; phonics is taught well, and staff provide "well-matched books" that help pupils grow in confidence.
- Behaviour is excellent, with "unkindness and bullying" being rare and responded to quickly, while pupils are encouraged to be "reflective and thoughtful."
- Staff feel supported by leaders, and governors have an "accurate view of its strengths and needs."
Areas to improve
- Strengthen safeguarding record keeping, particularly ensuring information is fully transferred when pupils join from other schools.
- Ensure stronger links between the early years curriculum and Key Stage 1 in subjects such as history.
- Consistently match learning to what pupils already know and can do to prevent work from lacking sufficient challenge.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff well trained and pupils confident in raising concerns, though some adjustments are needed to improve record keeping for incoming pupils.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 80% |
| 2023/24 | 59% |
| 2024/25 | 50% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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