Buxted CofE Primary School
URN: 114493 • Uckfield TN22 4BB
Overview
- Name
- Buxted CofE Primary School
- URN
- 114493
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Karen Head (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01825733185
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Hurstwood Road, Uckfield TN22 4BB
Summary
Buxted Church of England Primary School, located in Uckfield, East Sussex, is a voluntary controlled primary school with a current enrolment of 191 pupils, out of a capacity of 210. The school is part of the South Ashdown Schools’ Federation, having federated with Bonners CE Primary School in April 2015. Buxted Primary aims to create a nurturing and inclusive environment, underpinned by Christian values of love, compassion, and respect.
The curriculum at Buxted is designed to be both engaging and challenging, fostering a love of learning and encouraging students to develop their talents. The school places a strong emphasis on building confidence through various additional activities, ensuring that each child's educational journey is enriched. Feedback from recent OFSTED inspections highlights a positive atmosphere where pupils feel happy and safe, and where high expectations for behaviour and learning are maintained.
Community involvement is integral to Buxted Primary, with a family-oriented approach that values the contributions of children, staff, and parents alike. The school actively promotes a supportive culture, aiming to inspire every child to aspire to their fullest potential while fostering strong relationships among all members of the school community.
The curriculum at Buxted is designed to be both engaging and challenging, fostering a love of learning and encouraging students to develop their talents. The school places a strong emphasis on building confidence through various additional activities, ensuring that each child's educational journey is enriched. Feedback from recent OFSTED inspections highlights a positive atmosphere where pupils feel happy and safe, and where high expectations for behaviour and learning are maintained.
Community involvement is integral to Buxted Primary, with a family-oriented approach that values the contributions of children, staff, and parents alike. The school actively promotes a supportive culture, aiming to inspire every child to aspire to their fullest potential while fostering strong relationships among all members of the school community.
Useful links
- Bonners CE Primary School (other)
- Google Chrome (other)
- Greenhouse School Websites (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- East Sussex
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 191
- Boys
- 84
- Girls
- 107
- FSM %
- 11.00
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-02-03
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- East Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 191 | 84 | 107 | 210 | 11.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 188 | 86 | 102 | 210 | 12.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 183 | 75 | 108 | 210 | 7.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 183 | 75 | 108 | 210 | 7.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 188 | 79 | 109 | 190 | 8.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 185 | 78 | 107 | 190 | 8.10 |
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