Mulberry Silverdale Primary
St Leonards-On-Sea, TN37 7EA · East Sussex · primary school
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79th 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 — 3.1/10 against 2,919 of them, against 3.3/10 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 | 60.0 · 39 | 40% | 1.56 |
| 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.
Mulberry Silverdale Primary overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 60.0% 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%. 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 (3.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.3 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2023.
Getting in
The published school roll is 618 pupils against a stated capacity of 630. 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 maths? What specific steps are taken to raise attainment to the higher standard?
What Ofsted said about Mulberry Silverdale Primary
Overview
Silverdale Primary Academy continues to be a good school, providing a happy and positive environment where pupils feel safe. The inspection confirms that leaders maintain high aspirations for all pupils, who demonstrate "impeccable manners" and a strong work ethic.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "well planned and sequenced in almost all subjects," with staff using expert knowledge to help pupils build secure learning over time.
- The teaching of reading is now a strength, with staff following an "ambitious phonics programme" from Reception and supporting struggling readers effectively.
- Support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is "highly effective," with bespoke teaching and close collaboration with parents.
- Personal development is a strength, with leaders strongly supporting disadvantaged pupils to access opportunities such as music lessons and leadership roles.
- Staff model respectful interactions, creating a culture where pupils are motivated by the ‘ninja code’ values of ambition, courage, and determination.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must refine and focus their approaches to working with parents to reduce persistent absence rapidly for disadvantaged pupils, who currently miss important learning.
- The mathematics curriculum requires further refinement to ensure it is as well planned and sequenced as other subjects.
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 | 48% |
| 2023/24 | 47% |
| 2024/25 | 60% |
| 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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