Polegate Primary School
Polegate, BN26 6PT · East Sussex · primary school
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28th 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 3,899 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.7/10 among them, against 4.2/10 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 | 66.0 · 54 | 40% | 2.16 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| 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.
Polegate Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 66.0% 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 Outstanding in June 2025. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.7 out of 10 among them, against 4.2 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join ICT, Cookery, Arts and Crafts, and Drawing skills clubs. Sports include football, hockey, badminton, gymnastics, dance, netball, rugby, and karate. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 689 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
What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the higher standard? How are the various sports and clubs scheduled to ensure broad participation?
What Ofsted said about Polegate Primary School
Overview
Polegate Primary School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. Pupils rate their "vibrant and friendly school highly" and feel "very lucky to attend," benefiting from a culture where the vision of ‘learning without limits’ is "tightly woven through daily life." The school provides an ambitious curriculum and excellent pastoral support, ensuring pupils are well-prepared for the next stage of life.
Strengths
- Pupils achieve well across the curriculum, with "expertly supported" writing and strong foundations in early years.
- Behaviour is described as "impeccable" and "exemplary," underpinned by a "deeply ingrained culture of mutual respect."
- Staff provide "great pastoral support," helping pupils manage feelings independently and ensuring they feel safe and cared for.
- Disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs are "at the centre of the school’s work," receiving timely support to overcome barriers.
- The school offers a "substantial wider development offer," including extra-curricular clubs and residential trips that build resilience.
Areas to improve
- In a couple of subjects, pupils do not fully understand key concepts, leading to weak recall; the school must ensure ideas are taught "precisely and clearly."
- Absence information is not analysed in enough detail, meaning trends in persistent absence may be missed; the school should review this data effectively.
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 | 56% |
| 2023/24 | 57% |
| 2024/25 | 66% |
| 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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