St Margaret's CofE Primary School, Rottingdean

URN: 114537 • Brighton BN2 7HB

Overview

Name
St Margaret's CofE Primary School, Rottingdean
URN
114537
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
62.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Rachel Kershaw (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01273303109
Website
Visit
Address
Whiteway Lane, Brighton BN2 7HB

Summary

St Margaret's CofE Primary School, located in Rottingdean, Brighton, is a voluntary aided primary school with a mixed-gender enrolment of 176 pupils, serving a capacity of 210. The school prides itself on creating a nurturing and supportive environment where every child is valued and respected. With a strong emphasis on kindness, pride, and respect, the school welcomes children of all faiths and backgrounds, fostering an inclusive community.

The curriculum at St Margaret's is designed to be dynamic and enriching, providing students with a broad range of learning experiences. The school has recently enhanced its facilities with a new Key Stage 1 block, which complements its commitment to high academic standards and personal development. The dedicated staff team works collaboratively to ensure that each child thrives and is well-prepared for their transition to secondary education.

St Margaret's is governed by a proactive group of parents and community members who are committed to supporting the school's vision. The positive feedback from parents and the recent Ofsted rating of Good reflect the school’s ongoing improvement and dedication to providing quality education within a caring environment.

Key details

LA
Brighton and Hove
Age range
5 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
176
Boys
102
Girls
74
FSM %
14.80
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2020-02-26
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
East Sussex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 176 102 74 210 14.80
2024-09-11 175 96 79 210 18.30
2023-09-11 192 101 91 210 14.10
2022-09-11 192 101 91 210 14.10
2021-09-11 198 103 95 210 14.60
2020-09-11 179 89 90 210 10.10

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