Broadfield Primary Academy
Crawley, RH11 9PD · West Sussex · primary school
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45th 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 7.5/10 against 2,131 of them, against 6.2/10 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 | 77.0 · 82 | 40% | 3.28 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Broadfield Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 77.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 3.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2025. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the ACE Club, Chess Club, Dance club, Cricket club, Multi skills, Girls football, Mini Athletics, Basketball (Storm), Boys football, and Karate. An after-school club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 502 pupils against a stated capacity of 630. 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 expected standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the after-school club? How does the curriculum adapt for pupils with different learning needs?
What Ofsted said about Broadfield Primary Academy
Overview
Broadfield Primary Academy has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at its previous inspection. The report describes a "vibrant school" where pupils are "safe and happy" and demonstrate "secure knowledge" in core subjects. Leaders and staff work closely together to support pupil development and well-being.
Strengths
- Pupils exhibit excellent behaviour, with lessons described as "calm and purposeful" and "no low-level disruption."
- The curriculum is "ambitious for all pupils," with precise knowledge and skills identified to ensure progression.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive "expert support" and "clear, appropriate adaptations," enabling them to achieve well.
- Reading is prioritised effectively, with a "rigorous, systematic approach" to phonics ensuring pupils become "confident, fluent readers."
- Personal development is strong, with pupils learning about risks to well-being and taking on roles such as "junior citizens" to build belonging.
Areas to improve
- In some aspects of the writing curriculum, errors in spelling, punctuation, and handwriting are not addressed in a timely manner, hindering improvement.
- Systems to check pupils’ knowledge are not always used consistently, leaving some with gaps in understanding before new content is introduced.
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 | 72% |
| 2023/24 | 74% |
| 2024/25 | 77% |
| 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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