St Andrew's CofE (Aided) Primary School
Hove, BN3 3YT · Brighton and Hove · primary school
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7th of 42 primary schools in Brighton and Hove we can score, 47 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 — 5.9/10 against 3,494 of them, against 5.7/10 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 | 68.0 · 60 | 40% | 2.40 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Andrew's CofE (Aided) Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 68.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (5.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.7 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in December 2024.
Getting in
The published school roll is 648 pupils against a stated capacity of 654. 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 curriculum support pupils who are working towards the higher standard? What specific support is available for children who need extra help in maths?
What Ofsted said about St Andrew's CofE (Aided) Primary School
Overview
This ungraded inspection confirms that St Andrew's CofE (Aided) Primary School has "taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection." The school continues to deliver high-quality education within a "warm and nurturing ethos," where "lofty ambitions are met" through strong leadership and a commitment to finding "the best in everyone."
Strengths
- "Excellent leadership" has secured tangible improvements, with "high standards of education" maintained since the previous inspection.
- Pupils "achieve well across the curriculum and particularly excel with reading," supported by a "successful reading programme" and precise teaching.
- "Personal development is exceptional," enriched by "inspirational experiences" such as music, trips, and community involvement.
- "Behaviour and attendance are strong," with attendance now exceeding the national average due to effective pastoral care.
- Staff are "highly trained with expert subject knowledge," imparting learning with "enthusiasm and clarity."
Areas to improve
- "Assessment in some foundation subjects is not fully embedded," meaning feedback does not always help pupils achieve as highly as in core subjects. The school should "ensure that assessment is used effectively across the whole curriculum."
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 | 61% |
| 2023/24 | 70% |
| 2024/25 | 68% |
| 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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