Meridian Community Primary School and Nursery
Peacehaven, BN10 8BZ · East Sussex · primary school
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111st 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 0.8/10 against 2,414 of them, against 1.1/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 31.0 · 3 | 40% | 0.13 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 25% | 0.59 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Meridian Community Primary School and Nursery overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 31.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 2.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2024. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (0.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.1 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 449 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
What specific support is available for pupils who have not reached the expected standard in maths? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while addressing the gap between current results and the national median?
What Ofsted said about Meridian Community Primary School and Nursery
Overview
Pupils are proud to be part of this inclusive community, demonstrating "exceptional behaviour, conduct and attitudes to learning" within an environment where they feel "happy, safe and valued." The school provides a broad curriculum with extensive personal development opportunities, including a "forest school" and cultural visits, fostering resilient and confident individuals. While most pupils achieve well, the report notes that checking for understanding is not always precise in every subject, potentially hindering some learners.
Strengths
- Pupils display "excellent" behaviour, upholding rules of being "ready, respectful, safe" and building highly positive relationships with staff and peers.
- Reading is a high priority from the Nursery, with staff teaching phonics "consistently well" in a "literature rich" environment that produces "avid readers."
- Provision for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is a strength, featuring precise identification of needs and the dedicated "Ocean Rooms" facility for pupils with autism.
- The wider curriculum offers "exceptional learning opportunities," such as visits to Glyndebourne Opera House and the National Gallery, allowing pupils to take on responsibilities like "eco-councillor."
Areas to improve
- The checking of what pupils know and can do is not always precise, meaning some pupils are not learning as much as they could.
- Staff require training to better identify when pupils need additional help, ensuring those at risk of falling behind receive the right support.
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 | 45% |
| 2023/24 | 47% |
| 2024/25 | 31% |
| 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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