Herstmonceux Church of England Primary School
URN: 114506 • Hailsham BN27 4LG
Overview
- Name
- Herstmonceux Church of England Primary School
- URN
- 114506
- 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
- 61.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Catherine Cottingham (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01323833148
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Hailsham Road, Hailsham BN27 4LG
Summary
Herstmonceux Church of England Primary School is a voluntary controlled primary school located in Hailsham, East Sussex, with a current enrolment of 204 pupils and a capacity of 210. The school aims to foster a nurturing environment where children can thrive academically, socially, and spiritually. Guided by its Christian values, the school promotes a culture of respect, curiosity, and engagement with life's big questions, encouraging students to develop a lifelong love of learning.
The curriculum at Herstmonceux is broad and balanced, designed to challenge and inspire students while embracing diversity and inclusion. The school emphasizes the importance of British values, such as democracy and mutual respect, and integrates these principles into its teaching and daily activities. This approach not only supports the academic growth of the children but also their moral and social development.
The leadership team, including the Executive Headteacher and Heads of School, is committed to ensuring that the needs of all students are met, fostering a supportive community where every child is encouraged to be their best. The school welcomes parental involvement and encourages families to engage with the school through various activities and events.
The curriculum at Herstmonceux is broad and balanced, designed to challenge and inspire students while embracing diversity and inclusion. The school emphasizes the importance of British values, such as democracy and mutual respect, and integrates these principles into its teaching and daily activities. This approach not only supports the academic growth of the children but also their moral and social development.
The leadership team, including the Executive Headteacher and Heads of School, is committed to ensuring that the needs of all students are met, fostering a supportive community where every child is encouraged to be their best. The school welcomes parental involvement and encourages families to engage with the school through various activities and events.
Useful links
- Our Governors (governance)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Skip to main content (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Newsflash (other)
- Wraparound and After School Clubs (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Policies (other)
- Prospectus (other)
- Vacancies (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Grovelands Community Primary School (65.2)
- Hellingly Community Primary School (61.5)
- Park Mead Primary School (57.9)
- Burfield Academy (54.3)
- Hawkes Farm Academy (52.9)
Key details
- LA
- East Sussex
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 204
- Boys
- 103
- Girls
- 101
- FSM %
- 16.20
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-09-29
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- East Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 204 | 103 | 101 | 210 | 16.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 207 | 115 | 92 | 210 | 16.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 207 | 113 | 94 | 210 | 18.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 207 | 113 | 94 | 210 | 18.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 209 | 122 | 87 | 210 | 18.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 209 | 117 | 92 | 210 | 12.00 |
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