Harbour Primary and Nursery School

URN: 114441 • Newhaven BN9 9LX

Overview

Name
Harbour Primary and Nursery School
URN
114441
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
57.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Lyn White (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01273514532
Website
Visit
Address
Church Hill, Newhaven BN9 9LX

Summary

Harbour Primary and Nursery School is a community school located in Newhaven, East Sussex, catering to a mixed-gender population of 460 pupils, with a capacity for 480. The school prides itself on creating a supportive and inclusive environment where every child is encouraged to feel valued and inspired to achieve their best. The ethos is built around core values of kindness, honesty, respect, resilience, and curiosity, fostering a strong sense of community among students, staff, and parents.

The curriculum at Harbour focuses on nurturing a love for learning, particularly in reading, writing, and mathematics. The school emphasizes the importance of personal development alongside academic achievement, aiming to equip children with the skills needed to navigate life's challenges. The 'Ready, Respectful, Safe' ethos underpins the school's approach to building responsible and articulate individuals.

Harbour Primary actively involves parents in their children's education and promotes a collaborative atmosphere. The school is committed to safeguarding and supporting the welfare of all students, ensuring a safe and secure environment for learning and growth. For more information, parents are encouraged to visit the school's website or arrange a visit to experience the community firsthand.

Key details

LA
East Sussex
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
480
Pupils
460
Boys
248
Girls
212
FSM %
37.90
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-11-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
East Sussex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 460 248 212 480 37.90
2024-09-11 467 249 218 480 37.50
2023-09-11 498 263 235 480 35.30
2022-09-11 498 263 235 480 35.30
2021-09-11 494 267 227 480 32.10
2020-09-11 492 272 220 480 22.20

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