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London Meed Community Primary School

Burgess Hill, RH15 9YQ · West Sussex · primary school

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Ofsted: Good · 2023 Inspected 3 years ago Mixed Primary
4.5/10 Broadly average

87th of 192 primary schools in West Sussex we can score, 225 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 4,258 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.1/10 among them, against 4.0/10 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
MeasurePercentileWeightAdds
Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 55.0 · 27 40% 1.10
Ofsted 52 35% 1.82
Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 9.0 · 61 25% 1.53

Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.

London Meed Community Primary School overview

How it's doing

In 2024/25, 55.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 9.0% achieved this, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.1 out of 10 among them, against 4.0 out of 10 nationally.

Beyond the classroom

Pupils participate in netball, hockey, football and Bikeability, alongside outdoor learning trips. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.

Getting in

The published school roll is 415 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 specific strategies are used to raise attainment in maths? How does the school manage the transition for children moving from Year 6?

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What Ofsted said about London Meed Community Primary School

Inspection report dated 10 July 2023

Overview

London Meed Community Primary School is described as a happy place where pupils feel valued, listened to, and safe. The report highlights that leaders have made substantial improvements to the curriculum, ensuring it is well-organised and inclusive for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities.

Strengths

  • Pupils demonstrate high levels of respect and kindness, contributing to a strong, cohesive community where they behave well and learn effectively.
  • The curriculum is carefully planned, with staff successfully adapting teaching so that pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities learn alongside their peers.
  • Leaders prioritise reading, implementing a new phonics programme that helps all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, read with fluency and confidence.
  • Governors are knowledgeable and visit regularly, using their insight to challenge and support leaders appropriately while monitoring staff workload and well-being.
  • Pupils are encouraged to be active citizens through leadership roles and community visits, helping them prepare for life after primary school.

Areas to improve

  • In a few subjects, some staff do not use the most appropriate teaching activities, hindering how well pupils build on prior learning.
  • Subject leaders have not yet reviewed the new curriculum in all subjects, meaning they lack precise information on its impact and necessary refinements.

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff trained to spot risks quickly and leaders acting swiftly to keep pupils safe.

This is an AI-assisted summary of the official Ofsted report, not a statement written by Ofsted. Check the full official report before making a decision.
Expected standard
55%
2024/25
Higher standard
9%
2024/25
Demand
×1.03
1st prefs per place, 2026/27
Free school meals
14%
vs 25% across England

Results over time

Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.

69% 2022/23
57% 2023/24
55% 2024/25
64% England
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) for London Meed Community Primary School
YearExpected standard (reading, writing, maths)
2022/2369%
2023/2457%
2024/2555%
England64%

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.

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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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