Hurst Green Church of England Primary School and Nursery
Etchingham, TN19 7PN · East Sussex · primary school
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13th 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 — 8.7/10 against 3,495 of them, against 8.0/10 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 | 71.0 · 68 | 40% | 2.73 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 29.0 · 98 | 25% | 2.44 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Hurst Green Church of England Primary School and Nursery overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 71.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 29.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in April 2025. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 140 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
Since the school is at full capacity, how does the admissions process handle applications when demand exceeds the 140 available places? With a recent inspection in 2025, what specific actions have been taken to maintain the Good rating? How does the curriculum support the 29.0% of pupils who reached the higher standard in their next academic year?
What Ofsted said about Hurst Green Church of England Primary School and Nursery
Overview
This ungraded inspection found that the school’s work has “improved significantly across all areas” since its previous rating. The report highlights a “climate of trust, friendship and compassion” where pupils are “fiercely proud” of their community and achieve highly. Consequently, the school’s next inspection will be a graded one.
Strengths
- Pupils “behave exceptionally well” and are “highly motivated to learn” within a supportive environment.
- The curriculum is “ambitious and well-sequenced,” with teachers effectively addressing misconceptions to ensure pupils “achieve highly.”
- Early reading is prioritised, with staff ensuring children develop “reading fluency” and a “love of books.”
- The school is “highly inclusive,” providing timely support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Leaders are “highly effective,” supported by the trust to drive “increasingly rapid improvement.”
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
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 | 86% |
| 2023/24 | 85% |
| 2024/25 | 71% |
| 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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