Mark Cross Church of England Aided Primary School
URN: 114558 • Crowborough TN6 3PJ
Overview
- Name
- Mark Cross Church of England Aided Primary School
- URN
- 114558
- 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
- 55.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Louisa Hillman (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01892852866
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Mark Cross, Crowborough TN6 3PJ
Summary
Mark Cross Church of England Aided Primary School is a small, inclusive school located in Crowborough, East Sussex, with a current enrolment of 85 pupils and a capacity of 105. As part of The Weald Federation, which includes three other Church of England schools, Mark Cross promotes a Christian ethos that encourages exploration of faith and spirituality. The school welcomes families of all backgrounds and faiths, fostering a supportive and nurturing environment.
The curriculum at Mark Cross is designed to be engaging and ambitious, tailored to meet the diverse needs of its pupils. Teachers build positive relationships with students, ensuring lessons are interesting and relevant, which contributes to exemplary behaviour and high levels of concentration among learners. The school places a strong emphasis on personal development, well-being, and resilience, preparing students to thrive in a changing world.
Community involvement is a cornerstone of the school's philosophy, with strong partnerships between parents, local churches, and the wider community. Mark Cross also offers wrap-around care through a nearby nursery, further supporting families and enhancing the educational experience for all students.
The curriculum at Mark Cross is designed to be engaging and ambitious, tailored to meet the diverse needs of its pupils. Teachers build positive relationships with students, ensuring lessons are interesting and relevant, which contributes to exemplary behaviour and high levels of concentration among learners. The school places a strong emphasis on personal development, well-being, and resilience, preparing students to thrive in a changing world.
Community involvement is a cornerstone of the school's philosophy, with strong partnerships between parents, local churches, and the wider community. Mark Cross also offers wrap-around care through a nearby nursery, further supporting families and enhancing the educational experience for all students.
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Nearby alternatives
- Ashdown Primary School (65.8)
- St John's Church of England Primary School (63.6)
- Jarvis Brook Primary School (62.3)
- Rotherfield Primary School (62.0)
- St Marys Catholic Primary School (61.7)
Key details
- LA
- East Sussex
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 105
- Pupils
- 85
- Boys
- 38
- Girls
- 47
- FSM %
- 3.50
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-04-16
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- East Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 85 | 38 | 47 | 105 | 3.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 93 | 43 | 50 | 105 | 5.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 97 | 42 | 55 | 105 | 6.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 97 | 42 | 55 | 105 | 6.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 102 | 47 | 55 | 105 | 8.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 104 | 48 | 56 | 105 | 5.80 |
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