Rocks Park Primary School
Uckfield, TN22 2AY · East Sussex · primary school
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39th 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 4,123 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.7/10 among them, against 5.9/10 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 | 71.0 · 68 | 40% | 2.73 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 6.0 · 45 | 25% | 1.12 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Rocks Park Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 71.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 6.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.7 out of 10 among them, against 5.9 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Zara's Dance Club, Garden Club, Spanish Club, Bonjour Kids French Club, Football Club, Resolute Martial Arts (kickboxing and Karate), Tennis, and Ukulele lessons. An after-school club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 207 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 improve performance in the higher standard?
What Ofsted said about Rocks Park Primary School
Overview
Rocks Park Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils feel welcome and happy. The report highlights a positive culture where children behave calmly, respect teachers, and strive to uphold school values such as care and resilience.
Strengths
- Pupils enjoy a supportive environment, with older children taking pride in their roles as buddies for younger peers.
- The curriculum is ambitious and coherent, particularly in mathematics, art, and science, where teachers have secure subject knowledge.
- Early reading has improved significantly following the introduction of a systematic phonics curriculum, with most pupils learning to read quickly.
- Governors are highly knowledgeable and effectively support and challenge the school to ensure all pupils have the best start in life.
- Children in Reception are well prepared for Year 1, with adults skilfully fostering curiosity through hands-on activities.
Areas to improve
- Assessment practices are not yet consistent across the curriculum; the school must ensure checks on pupil understanding are securely in place to identify and address learning gaps promptly.
- Support for weaker readers lacks precision; the school should ensure all staff have the training and confidence to provide targeted help so these pupils can become fluent readers more quickly.
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 | 73% |
| 2023/24 | 67% |
| 2024/25 | 71% |
| 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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