Five Ashes CofE Primary School
Mayfield, TN20 6HY · East Sussex · primary school
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33rd 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 6.7/10 against 2,810 of them, against 6.0/10 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 | 82.0 · 90 | 62% | 5.57 |
| 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.
Five Ashes CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 82.0% 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 (6.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 53 pupils against a stated capacity of 64. 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
Since the higher standard attainment is 0.0%, what specific support is offered to pupils aiming for greater depth? How does the school maintain its strong performance in the similar-intake comparison?
What Ofsted said about Five Ashes CofE Primary School
Overview
Five Ashes CofE Primary School is described as a nurturing environment where staff "cherish every child" and pupils behave well. The report highlights that recent curriculum changes have raised standards in key stages 1 and 2, with strong subject knowledge among staff. However, the quality of education in the early years is not yet at the same high standard, requiring focused improvement.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "ambitious" and "organised well," allowing pupils to build knowledge logically over time.
- Staff possess "strong subject knowledge" and effectively check pupil understanding to address misconceptions.
- Reading is prioritised, with phonics delivered effectively and older pupils exposed to "ambitious texts."
- Personal development is a strength, featuring a "clearly structured" curriculum that teaches safety, democracy, and equality.
- Governors hold the school accountable, and staff value the "inclusive and cohesive team spirit."
Areas to improve
- Leaders must "systematically review the implementation of the curriculum" to identify and address inconsistencies where tasks do not reflect the intended design.
- Standards in the early years require improvement, as curriculum implementation does not always engage children or align with intentions.
- Early years staff need training to strengthen subject knowledge, and expectations for learning must be raised to match the rest of the school.
Safeguarding
The report states that "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 | 57% |
| 2023/24 | 45% |
| 2024/25 | 82% |
| 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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