St Michael's Primary School

URN: 114423 • Hartfield TN7 4BP

Overview

Name
St Michael's Primary School
URN
114423
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
52.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Catherine O'Shea (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01892770307
Website
Visit
Address
Station Road, Hartfield TN7 4BP

Summary

St Michael's Primary School, located in Hartfield, East Sussex, is a community school that serves a mixed-gender population of 73 pupils, with a capacity for 105. The school prides itself on its small size, which allows for personalized attention and strong relationships between staff, students, and parents. The dedicated team, led by Headteacher Mrs C O'Shea, focuses on nurturing each child's individual potential within a supportive and inclusive environment.

The curriculum at St Michael's is broad and engaging, incorporating hands-on learning experiences that reflect the local countryside. The school features an exceptional outdoor space, including a garden where students grow herbs and produce, fostering responsibility and a sense of community through regular sales to local residents. The school emphasizes the importance of learning through play and aims to create confident, kind learners.

St Michael's is committed to equality and inclusivity, ensuring all children have access to the full curriculum regardless of their backgrounds or needs. The school actively promotes a culture of respect and understanding, aligning with the principles of the Equality Act 2010. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community, with open mornings available for prospective families to explore the ethos and approach to learning.

Key details

LA
East Sussex
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
105
Pupils
73
Boys
35
Girls
38
FSM %
4.10
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-11-01
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
East Sussex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 73 35 38 105 4.10
2024-09-11 76 35 41 105 5.30
2023-09-11 79 39 40 105 7.60
2022-09-11 79 39 40 105 7.60
2021-09-11 87 40 47 105 5.70
2020-09-11 87 40 47 105 4.60

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