Northiam Church of England Primary School

URN: 114516 • Rye TN31 6NB

Overview

Name
Northiam Church of England Primary School
URN
114516
Type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
57.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Julia Bray (since 2025) , Head of School
Telephone
Website
Address
Main Street, Rye TN31 6NB

Summary

Northiam Church of England Primary School is a voluntary controlled primary school located in Rye, East Sussex, with a current enrolment of 89 pupils against a capacity of 105. The school is committed to providing a nurturing environment where every child can flourish, guided by its Christian ethos encapsulated in the vision: “Where every child flourishes and every day holds an abundance of opportunities.” This vision is supported by strong ties to the local community and St Mary’s Church.

The curriculum at Northiam is designed to engage students through a variety of learning opportunities, with a particular focus on social and emotional well-being. The school implements a unique "Friday Focus" curriculum that promotes independence, personal responsibility, and community involvement. Additionally, trained Mental Health and Emotional Wellbeing (MHEW) leads and a play therapist are available to support students' mental health needs.

Northiam C of E Primary School places a strong emphasis on values such as trust, compassion, and humility, aiming to develop each child's character and potential. The school encourages parental involvement and offers opportunities for families to engage with the school community, fostering a collaborative environment for learning and growth.

Key details

LA
East Sussex
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
105
Pupils
89
Boys
47
Girls
42
FSM %
25.80
Open date
Close date
2021-12-31
Last Ofsted
2019-06-13
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
East Sussex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 89 47 42 105 25.80
2024-09-11 89 47 42 105 25.80
2023-09-11 89 47 42 105 25.80
2022-09-11 89 47 42 105 25.80
2021-09-11 89 47 42 105 25.80
2020-09-11 81 39 42 105 24.70

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