Hankham Primary School
Pevensey, BN24 5AY · East Sussex · primary school
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88th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 2.8/10 against 2,388 of them, against 2.7/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 52.0 · 22 | 40% | 0.88 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 25% | 0.88 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Hankham Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 52.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 4.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (2.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.7 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2023.
Getting in
The published school roll is 107 pupils against a stated capacity of 140. 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 literacy? What does a typical day look like for a child in the lower years? How does the school plan to maintain its Good rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Hankham Primary School
Overview
Pupils enjoy attending Hankham Primary School, where staff maintain high aspirations and place children at the heart of their practice. The report describes a calm, focused environment where pupils behave well, feel safe, and are proud of their achievements. Leaders have successfully addressed previous inspection issues, resulting in strong provision for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
Strengths
- The curriculum is "carefully planned" for mixed-age classes, ensuring all pupils, including those with SEND, "attain well".
- Pupils become "confident and fluent readers" from the start, with a strong focus on phonics and a "love of books".
- Staff support pupils with SEND "exceptionally well", adapting the curriculum and using outside agencies effectively.
- Behaviour is excellent, with "little disruption to lessons" and pupils playing well together in the playground.
- Pupils take on responsibilities such as "reading champions" and "sport leaders", contributing positively to their personal development.
Areas to improve
- Assessment in some foundation subjects lacks detail, meaning teachers do not have "clear starting points on which to build future learning".
- Leaders must improve communication to engage all parents, as a minority currently hold "negative perceptions" about the school.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are "effective", with fully trained staff, robust recruitment checks, and a well-managed system for tracking support and actions.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 48% |
| 2023/24 | 68% |
| 2024/25 | 52% |
| 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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