Cradle Hill Community Primary School

URN: 114434 • Seaford BN25 3BA

Overview

Name
Cradle Hill Community Primary School
URN
114434
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
66.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Andrea Keith (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01323892773
Website
Visit
Address
Lexden Road, Seaford BN25 3BA

Summary

Cradle Hill Community Primary School is a mixed community school located in Seaford, East Sussex, catering to children aged 4 to 11. With a current enrollment of 659 pupils and a capacity of 630, the school prioritises a supportive and inclusive environment where every child feels valued and secure. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in its vision, "Together we care, together we achieve," which underscores the importance of strong relationships among students, staff, parents, and the wider community.

The curriculum at Cradle Hill emphasizes not only the core subjects of Reading, Writing, and Mathematics but also Personal, Social, and Health Education (PSHE). The school promotes emotional well-being and character development through various initiatives, including beach safety, forest school activities, and sustainability lessons. According to the latest Ofsted report, pupils benefit from a wide range of opportunities that enhance their understanding of local and national issues.

Cradle Hill is committed to fostering a sense of community and teamwork, encouraging kindness, honesty, respect, and resilience among its students. The school actively engages with families and the local community to ensure that children achieve their full potential in a nurturing environment.

Key details

LA
East Sussex
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
630
Pupils
659
Boys
344
Girls
315
FSM %
16.10
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-07-04
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
East Sussex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 659 344 315 630 16.10
2024-09-11 656 332 324 630 16.30
2023-09-11 616 329 287 630 14.90
2022-09-11 616 329 287 630 14.90
2021-09-11 596 315 281 600 12.80
2020-09-11 562 292 270 500 7.30

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