Barcombe Church of England Primary School
URN: 114488 • Lewes BN8 5DN
Overview
- Name
- Barcombe Church of England Primary School
- URN
- 114488
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 72.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Stewart James (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01273400287
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Barcombe Cross, Lewes BN8 5DN
Summary
Barcombe Church of England Primary School is a voluntary controlled school located in Lewes, East Sussex, serving a mixed-gender population of 125 pupils, with a capacity for 140. The school is part of the Skylark Federation, which emphasizes a strong community ethos and Christian values, encapsulated in their vision "Be a light for all to see." This commitment to inclusivity and support fosters an environment where every child can flourish.
The curriculum at Barcombe is carefully planned and ambitious, aiming to provide a well-rounded education that meets the diverse needs of its students. The school places a strong emphasis on personal development, mental health, and wellbeing, ensuring that children are supported both academically and emotionally. Additional resources, such as Pupil Premium and Sports Premium funding, are utilized to enhance learning opportunities.
Barcombe Primary School actively engages with the local community and encourages parental involvement through various initiatives and events. Open mornings are scheduled for prospective parents, allowing them to experience the school environment firsthand. The school also offers wrap-around care and a range of clubs, reinforcing its commitment to supporting families and enhancing the educational experience.
The curriculum at Barcombe is carefully planned and ambitious, aiming to provide a well-rounded education that meets the diverse needs of its students. The school places a strong emphasis on personal development, mental health, and wellbeing, ensuring that children are supported both academically and emotionally. Additional resources, such as Pupil Premium and Sports Premium funding, are utilized to enhance learning opportunities.
Barcombe Primary School actively engages with the local community and encourages parental involvement through various initiatives and events. Open mornings are scheduled for prospective parents, allowing them to experience the school environment firsthand. The school also offers wrap-around care and a range of clubs, reinforcing its commitment to supporting families and enhancing the educational experience.
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Key details
- LA
- East Sussex
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 140
- Pupils
- 125
- Boys
- 69
- Girls
- 56
- FSM %
- 8.80
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2015-06-25
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- East Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 125 | 69 | 56 | 140 | 8.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 138 | 75 | 63 | 140 | 13.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 135 | 72 | 63 | 140 | 14.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 135 | 72 | 63 | 140 | 14.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 134 | 72 | 62 | 140 | 11.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 135 | 74 | 61 | 140 | 11.10 |
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