St Mary the Virgin Church of England Primary School
URN: 114553 • Hartfield TN7 4AA
Overview
- Name
- St Mary the Virgin Church of England Primary School
- URN
- 114553
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- James Procter (since 2025) , Acting Head of School
- Telephone
- 01892770221
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- High Street, Hartfield TN7 4AA
Summary
St Mary the Virgin Church of England Primary School, located in Hartfield, East Sussex, is a voluntary aided primary school with a current enrolment of 80 pupils, serving a capacity of 105. Established in 1842, the school maintains a close relationship with the local church, which plays a significant role in its ethos and community activities. Weekly assemblies and annual services, including Christmas and Easter celebrations, foster a strong sense of community and shared values.
The school’s vision, "Being the best we can be, in a thriving community, following the example of Jesus," is underpinned by the core values of Love, Strength, and Faith. St Mary’s offers a nurturing environment that prioritises individual strengths and talents, encouraging curiosity and self-confidence through an engaging curriculum. The school has achieved Healthy Schools Status, reflecting its commitment to the well-being of its students.
St Mary’s also collaborates with Hartfield Playschool, providing opportunities for younger children to integrate into school life through various events. This partnership, along with the school’s focus on community involvement, creates a supportive atmosphere for families in Hartfield and surrounding areas.
The school’s vision, "Being the best we can be, in a thriving community, following the example of Jesus," is underpinned by the core values of Love, Strength, and Faith. St Mary’s offers a nurturing environment that prioritises individual strengths and talents, encouraging curiosity and self-confidence through an engaging curriculum. The school has achieved Healthy Schools Status, reflecting its commitment to the well-being of its students.
St Mary’s also collaborates with Hartfield Playschool, providing opportunities for younger children to integrate into school life through various events. This partnership, along with the school’s focus on community involvement, creates a supportive atmosphere for families in Hartfield and surrounding areas.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Illness & Absence FAQs (sen)
- SEND (sen)
- Curriculum Events (calendar)
- Homework (download)
- Recovery Curriculum (download)
- Supporting Reading at Home (download)
- Prospectus (download)
- Sports Premium (download)
- Ofsted Report (download)
Nearby alternatives
- St Michael's Primary School (52.6)
Key details
- LA
- East Sussex
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 105
- Pupils
- 80
- Boys
- 47
- Girls
- 33
- FSM %
- 16.30
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2020-03-04
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- East Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 80 | 47 | 33 | 105 | 16.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 81 | 46 | 35 | 105 | 17.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 93 | 55 | 38 | 105 | 9.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 93 | 55 | 38 | 105 | 9.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 91 | 54 | 37 | 105 | 12.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 92 | 51 | 41 | 120 | 4.30 |
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