Iford and Kingston Church of England Primary School
Lewes, BN7 3NR · East Sussex · primary school
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75th 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 the 4,206 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.0/10 among them, against 3.5/10 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 | 58.0 · 35 | 40% | 1.39 |
| 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.
Iford and Kingston Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 58.0% 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%. Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2025. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.0 out of 10 among them, against 3.5 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in Forest School, gymnastics, dance, and the daily mile, with an after-school club available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 190 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 to bridge the gap between the current 58.0% attainment and the national median of 64%? What specific strategies are used to raise the 4.0% achieving the higher standard? How does the Forest School curriculum integrate with the daily mile and gymnastics sessions?
What Ofsted said about Iford and Kingston Church of England Primary School
Overview
The inspection confirms that Iford and Kingston Church of England Primary School has “taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection.” Since joining the Skylark Federation, the school has re-established high expectations, creating a “warm and nurturing” environment where pupils enjoy a wide range of experiences and behave well.
Strengths
- Pupils benefit from a “safe and positive environment” where they treat each other with “respect and kindness.”
- The school has a “clear approach to teaching phonics” and prioritises reading, with older pupils showing “very positive attitudes to reading.”
- Staff receive effective support from the federation, which improves their confidence and allows time to plan “engaging, effective lessons.”
- There is a “strong programme for personal development,” including clear curricula for relationships and sex education.
- Governors provide “effective challenge and support” to the school.
Areas to improve
- The English curriculum for younger pupils needs refining to ensure it focuses on “foundational knowledge and skills,” as some writing tasks are currently “too complex.”
- Teaching in some foundation subjects lacks consistency, meaning pupils in certain year groups are “not learning as well.”
- The school must continue to strengthen provision for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), ensuring better partnership with parents.
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 | 48% |
| 2023/24 | 76% |
| 2024/25 | 58% |
| 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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