Laughton Community Primary School
Lewes, BN8 6AH · East Sussex · primary school
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114th 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 4,205 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.3/10 among them, against 0.9/10 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 | 40.0 · 8 | 40% | 0.32 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Laughton Community Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 40.0% 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%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.3 out of 10 among them, against 0.9 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils attend a residential trip to Hindleap Warren.
Getting in
The published school roll is 69 pupils against a stated capacity of 105. 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 reach the higher standard in core subjects? What specific strategies are used to improve reading and writing outcomes? How does the school manage class sizes with the current pupil numbers?
What Ofsted said about Laughton Community Primary School
Overview
Laughton Community Primary School is described as a "nurturing village school" where pupils are "happy and safe" and work hard to embody values such as "curiosity, imagination, collaboration, resilience and discipline". The inspection found that leaders have developed a "clear vision and inclusive culture", with staff feeling well supported and governors actively holding leaders to account.
Strengths
- The school has designed a "broad and ambitious curriculum" with carefully sequenced learning that allows pupils to "build deeper understanding over time".
- Staff identify the needs of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) "quickly and accurately", planning adaptations so they can "achieve well alongside their peers".
- Pupils "learn to read and develop a love for books and stories", with older pupils discussing their reading "enthusiastically".
- The school prioritises mental health and well-being, with staff trained in therapeutic approaches and support including visits from the school therapy dog.
- Pupils behave well, are "punctual and attend frequently", and engage in "rich discussion" about important topics such as consent and stereotypes.
Areas to improve
- The teaching of phonics is not "taught consistently well", with insufficient opportunities for pupils to practise sounds and letters, meaning some do not become fluent readers as quickly as they should.
- Assessment is not used "consistently well" in some subjects to identify gaps in learning and adapt teaching, preventing some pupils from improving their knowledge and skills as effectively as they could.
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 | 83% |
| 2023/24 | 58% |
| 2024/25 | 40% |
| 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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