Southgate Primary
Crawley, RH10 6DG · West Sussex · primary school
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170th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 1.0/10 against 1,928 of them, against 1.2/10 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 | 45.0 · 13 | 40% | 0.51 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Southgate Primary overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 45.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, 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 (1.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.2 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Year 6 Booster, Diamond Art, Karate Club, and Superstar Gymnastics. Sports include KS1 Gymnastics, KS2 Basketball, Dance, Gymnastics, and Cricket. Trips include a visit to Tilgate Park Zoo. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 267 pupils against a stated capacity of 360. 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 strategies are used to raise attainment in writing? How does the after-school club integrate with the main curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Southgate Primary
Overview
Southgate Primary is described as a friendly environment where staff set "consistently high expectations for learning" and pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, achieve well. The school fosters a culture of "aspiration, respect, resilience and co-operation," with strong pastoral support ensuring pupils’ physical and mental well-being are prioritised.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "ambitious" and clearly structured, with teachers using modelling and regular revisits to help pupils embed knowledge long-term.
- There is a "positive culture of reading," supported by high-quality texts that reflect diversity and a well-delivered phonics programme.
- Staff are "very positive about the work of leaders," who are committed to an ambitious vision while being considerate of staff well-being and workload.
- Pupils are "well behaved" and contribute positively to lessons, creating purposeful classrooms where learning is rarely interrupted.
- Effective systems are in place to identify and support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, allowing them to follow the same curriculum as their peers.
Areas to improve
- In subjects with recently improved curricula, the school must ensure gaps in pupils’ prior knowledge are "identified and addressed swiftly" so learning builds effectively.
- Reading books are not always "precisely matched to the sounds that pupils know," hindering fluent reading; the school should ensure precise matching to support accurate and speedy reading.
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 | 34% |
| 2023/24 | 33% |
| 2024/25 | 45% |
| 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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
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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