Firle Church of England Primary School
URN: 114525 • Lewes BN8 6LF
Overview
- Name
- Firle Church of England Primary School
- URN
- 114525
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 49.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Rachel West (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01273858260
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- The Street, Lewes BN8 6LF
Summary
Firle Church of England Primary School is a voluntary controlled primary school located in Lewes, East Sussex, with a current enrolment of 54 pupils and a capacity of 105. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment underpinned by Christian values, aiming to develop confident individuals who are prepared for lifelong learning. The ethos of the school emphasizes kindness, respect, and collaboration, encouraging students to embrace diversity and develop positive character traits.
The curriculum at Firle is designed to be engaging and aspirational, enriched with a variety of trips and local experiences. The school places a strong emphasis on personal, social, and health education, ensuring that pupils receive comprehensive support for their overall development. The collaborative approach within the Oak Tree Federation, which includes Laughton Community Primary School, allows for shared resources and opportunities for pupils to learn together.
Firle Church of England Primary School prides itself on creating a close-knit community where both pupils and staff can flourish. The school’s commitment to inclusivity and creativity aims to inspire students and prepare them for future challenges.
The curriculum at Firle is designed to be engaging and aspirational, enriched with a variety of trips and local experiences. The school places a strong emphasis on personal, social, and health education, ensuring that pupils receive comprehensive support for their overall development. The collaborative approach within the Oak Tree Federation, which includes Laughton Community Primary School, allows for shared resources and opportunities for pupils to learn together.
Firle Church of England Primary School prides itself on creating a close-knit community where both pupils and staff can flourish. The school’s commitment to inclusivity and creativity aims to inspire students and prepare them for future challenges.
Useful links
- SEND (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- eSchools Login (other)
- Ofsted (other)
- Policies and Accessibility Statement (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Contact (other)
- Newsletter 3 Term 6.pdf (other)
- Week 2 Term 1 2025-26 (1).pdf (other)
- Term Dates (other)
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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
- 105
- Pupils
- 54
- Boys
- 29
- Girls
- 25
- FSM %
- 18.50
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-06-09
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- East Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 54 | 29 | 25 | 105 | 18.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 62 | 41 | 21 | 105 | 16.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 74 | 42 | 32 | 105 | 18.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 74 | 42 | 32 | 105 | 18.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 65 | 38 | 27 | 105 | 12.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 70 | 32 | 38 | 105 | 5.70 |
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