St John's Meads Church of England Primary School

URN: 114576 • Eastbourne BN20 7XS

Overview

Name
St John's Meads Church of England Primary School
URN
114576
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
64.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Katherin Weeks (since 2025) , Interim Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Rowsley Road, Eastbourne BN20 7XS

Summary

St John's Meads Church of England Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school located in Eastbourne, East Sussex, catering to children aged 4-11 years. With a capacity of 218 pupils and currently serving 217, the school fosters a strong community atmosphere supported by active parental involvement. The school's ethos is deeply rooted in its Christian values, aiming to nurture both the character and faith of its students.

The curriculum at St John's Meads emphasizes key learning skills such as perseverance, teamwork, and self-reflection, alongside a rich variety of extra-curricular activities. The school is committed to academic success while providing a holistic educational experience that enables children to explore their individual talents and gifts. Spiritual development is also a priority, with opportunities for prayer and understanding of biblical teachings integrated into daily life.

St John's Meads promotes a vision of being a 'light in darkness,' encouraging students to develop a sense of responsibility and positive contribution to society. The school aims to instil a love for learning and mutual respect among its pupils, preparing them to navigate the world with confidence and compassion.

Key details

LA
East Sussex
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
218
Pupils
217
Boys
104
Girls
113
FSM %
4.60
Open date
Close date
2020-01-31
Last Ofsted
2016-06-21
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
East Sussex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 217 104 113 218 4.60
2024-09-11 217 104 113 218 4.60
2023-09-11 217 104 113 218 4.60
2022-09-11 217 104 113 218 4.60
2021-09-11 217 104 113 218 4.60
2020-09-11 217 104 113 218 4.60

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