Rudyard Kipling Primary School & Nursery

URN: 114486 • Brighton BN2 6RH

Overview

Name
Rudyard Kipling Primary School & Nursery
URN
114486
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Euan Hanington (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01273303328
Website
Visit
Address
Chalkland Rise, Brighton BN2 6RH

Summary

Rudyard Kipling Primary School & Nursery is a mixed community school located in Woodingdean, Brighton, accommodating 336 pupils with a capacity for 436. The school prides itself on creating a supportive and inclusive environment, where every child is encouraged to thrive academically and socially. The ethos centres around a family-like atmosphere, promoting collaboration and mutual support among students and staff.

The curriculum at RKPS is diverse and evolving, incorporating a wide range of subjects that include arts, sciences, and sports. Outdoor learning is a significant aspect of the educational experience, highlighted by regular sessions at the school's Forest School and ample outdoor spaces. The school also emphasizes the importance of physical activity, offering various sports opportunities to foster a love for exercise.

Rudyard Kipling Primary School actively engages with the community and provides numerous extracurricular activities, including clubs for arts, sports, and mindfulness. The dedicated staff, including a full-time therapy dog, Hugo, contribute to a nurturing environment that prioritises the well-being and development of all students.

Key details

LA
Brighton and Hove
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
436
Pupils
336
Boys
195
Girls
141
FSM %
25.00
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-05-05
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
East Sussex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 336 195 141 436 25.00
2024-09-11 325 187 138 436 27.30
2023-09-11 345 193 152 436 31.90
2022-09-11 345 193 152 436 31.90
2021-09-11 344 185 159 436 31.90
2020-09-11 366 202 164 436 29.00

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