Birchwood Grove Community Primary School, Burgess Hill
Burgess Hill, RH15 0DP · West Sussex · primary school
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39th of 192 primary schools in West Sussex we can score, 225 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 3,383 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.9/10 among them, against 6.5/10 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 | 76.0 · 80 | 40% | 3.19 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 25% | 1.00 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Birchwood Grove Community Primary School, Burgess Hill overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 76.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. However, 5.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.9 out of 10 among them, against 6.5 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Chess, Relax Kids, and Tiny Tekkers clubs, or play netball, cross country, football, cricket, athletics, basketball, and tag rugby. An after-school club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 403 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 reaching the higher standard in maths? What specific steps are taken to improve results in the similar-intake comparison group? How does the after-school club integrate with the main curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Birchwood Grove Community Primary School, Burgess Hill
Overview
This is a “welcoming school” where pupils “feel happy” and enjoy the wide range of activities on offer. Leaders have developed an “ambitious curriculum” that is carefully sequenced to build knowledge logically over time. The inspection notes that staff know pupils well, fostering strong relationships and a positive atmosphere where bullying is rare.
Strengths
- Teachers plan “carefully sequenced work” and ensure pupils grasp key vocabulary and concepts across subjects.
- Leaders “prioritise reading,” with staff well-trained to teach early reading skills using “high-quality texts.”
- Pupils benefit from a “strong focus” on personal development, including roles in the school council and as ambassadors.
- Staff well-being is a priority, with leaders ensuring planning expectations are “manageable” and staff feel “highly valued.”
- Parents are “pleased” with how well they are informed about their child’s learning and how to support it.
Areas to improve
- Staff must manage the behaviour of a “small group of pupils with SEND” more effectively to prevent interruptions to their learning.
- Leaders need to ensure staff are “well trained in behaviour management” so these pupils are fully engaged and achieve the best outcomes.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are “effective,” with staff receiving regular training and liaising closely with external agencies to ensure pupils receive help quickly.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 58% |
| 2024/25 | 76% |
| 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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
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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