Jarvis Brook Primary School
Crowborough, TN6 3RG · East Sussex · primary school
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36th 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 — 7.5/10 against 1,963 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 | 67.0 · 57 | 40% | 2.28 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 11.0 · 71 | 25% | 1.77 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Jarvis Brook Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 67.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 11.0% achieved it, 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).
Getting in
The published school roll is 96 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 who are not yet meeting expected standards in maths? What specific trips or clubs are available for Year 6 pupils this term?
What Ofsted said about Jarvis Brook Primary School
Overview
Jarvis Brook Primary School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at its previous inspection. Pupils love learning in this welcoming environment, where staff hold exceptionally high expectations, resulting in very good behaviour and a calm atmosphere. The school prioritises pupils’ mental and physical health, ensuring they are happy, safe, and well prepared for their next steps.
Strengths
- The school has designed an ambitious curriculum that precisely identifies skills and knowledge, allowing pupils to build secure understanding over time.
- Teachers have secure subject knowledge and explain learning clearly, routinely checking for understanding to support those who fall behind.
- An effective approach to teaching phonics ensures pupils swiftly become fluent readers, with skilled staff consistently delivering high-quality instruction.
- Staff make effective adaptations for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and disadvantaged pupils, who achieve well as a result.
- Pupils demonstrate mature attitudes to difference and diversity, showing respect to all and participating actively in leadership roles and charity fundraising.
Areas to improve
- Aspects of the writing curriculum, including letter formation, spelling, and the use of grammar, are not taught effectively across the school.
- Pupils do not successfully communicate their ideas in writing as clearly as they could; the school should ensure staff have the knowledge to teach these key skills consistently well.
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 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 43% |
| 2024/25 | 67% |
| 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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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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