Bevendean Primary School and Nursery
Brighton, BN2 4JP · Brighton and Hove · primary school
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15th of 42 primary schools in Brighton and Hove we can score, 47 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 5.5/10 against 1,294 of them, against 4.3/10 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 | 69.0 · 63 | 62% | 3.86 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 38% | 0.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Bevendean Primary School and Nursery overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 69.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.3 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
The school offers a School Council, along with a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 317 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 not yet meeting the higher standard in core subjects? What specific activities take place during the breakfast and after-school clubs? How does the School Council involve pupils in decision-making processes?
What Ofsted said about Bevendean Primary School and Nursery
Overview
Pupils thrive at this inclusive school, where staff maintain high expectations and foster a "calm and purposeful learning environment." The report highlights that pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, achieve highly and are well prepared for their next steps. Leaders provide a rich curriculum that meets the needs of all pupils, supported by knowledgeable staff and effective governance.
Strengths
- Pupils’ behaviour is described as "impeccable," with well-established routines supporting positive choices.
- Personal development is outstanding, with pupils developing a "mature understanding about their own emotional health" and feeling valued and safe.
- Teachers possess secure subject knowledge and explain new concepts with "precision," using effective strategies to check understanding.
- Reading is prioritised across all year groups, with staff well-trained in phonics and providing a "rich repertoire of books" reflecting diverse backgrounds.
- Pupils with SEND are "well supported," accessing the same well-planned curriculum as their peers and achieving well.
Areas to improve
- The school must ensure pupils apply their English learning to writing across the curriculum to deepen understanding in different subjects.
- Staff need to address errors in letter formation for younger children in the early years to ensure they write with confidence.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 60% |
| 2023/24 | 71% |
| 2024/25 | 69% |
| 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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