Wadhurst CofE Primary School and Nursery
Wadhurst, TN5 6SR · East Sussex · primary school
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53rd 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 4,296 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.9/10 among them, against 4.9/10 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 | 66.0 · 54 | 40% | 2.16 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 25% | 1.00 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Wadhurst CofE Primary School and Nursery 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%. For the higher standard, the figure was 5.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.9 out of 10 among them, against 4.9 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 269 pupils against a stated capacity of 325. 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 does a typical day look like for a child in the nursery phase? How does the school engage parents in monitoring progress towards the higher standard?
What Ofsted said about Wadhurst CofE Primary School and Nursery
Overview
Wadhurst CofE Primary School and Nursery continues to be a good school, described as sitting at the heart of its community where pupils are happy and settled. The report highlights an environment characterised by warm, supportive relationships, where staff have high expectations of pupils’ conduct and academic abilities, leading to strong achievement. Leaders are noted for being reflective and tireless in their efforts to develop the school, ensuring staff well-being and securing buy-in for improvements.
Strengths
- Pupils live out school values of being ‘curious, confident and respectful’, engaging actively in responsibilities such as play leaders and eco-team members.
- The curriculum is effectively sequenced across subjects, covering important knowledge and skills, with reading prioritised through frequent opportunities and well-delivered phonics lessons.
- Staff possess secure subject knowledge, using it effectively to explain and model knowledge, particularly in reading and mathematics where regular checks address misconceptions.
- Behaviour is calm and focused, with an effective approach supporting all pupils, including those with additional needs, to reflect on their conduct and thrive.
- The broader development of pupils is strong, supported by a range of extra-curricular clubs, community projects, and international links such as a twinning with a school in Burundi.
Areas to improve
- Assessment is not yet well embedded across some foundation subjects, meaning staff do not always know how much knowledge pupils have remembered over time or use this to inform next steps.
- The early years curriculum needs further development to ensure it fully prepares children for their next stage in Year 1, securing robust foundations for future learning.
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 | 59% |
| 2023/24 | 58% |
| 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
—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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