Maidenbower Infant School and Nursery
URN: 125962 • Crawley RH10 7RA
Overview
- Name
- Maidenbower Infant School and Nursery
- URN
- 125962
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 47.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Laura Roberts (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01293886324
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Harvest Road, Crawley RH10 7RA
Summary
Maidenbower Infant School and Nursery, located in Crawley, West Sussex, is a community school catering to children aged 4 to 7 years. Established in 1992, the school operates three forms of entry and includes a private nursery with 32 places available per session for children from the age of three. The school prides itself on its extensive grounds, which provide a stimulating outdoor learning environment that complements indoor activities.
The school’s ethos is encapsulated in its motto, “What happens early, matters for a lifetime.” Maidenbower aims to create an inclusive and caring atmosphere where children can thrive and develop a lifelong love of learning. The curriculum is designed to foster curiosity, respect, kindness, and ambition among students, ensuring they are well-prepared for their future educational journeys.
With a current enrolment of 242 pupils against a capacity of 270, the school supports a diverse community, with 8.3% of students eligible for free school meals. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through visits and communication, fostering a strong partnership in their children’s education.
The school’s ethos is encapsulated in its motto, “What happens early, matters for a lifetime.” Maidenbower aims to create an inclusive and caring atmosphere where children can thrive and develop a lifelong love of learning. The curriculum is designed to foster curiosity, respect, kindness, and ambition among students, ensuring they are well-prepared for their future educational journeys.
With a current enrolment of 242 pupils against a capacity of 270, the school supports a diverse community, with 8.3% of students eligible for free school meals. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through visits and communication, fostering a strong partnership in their children’s education.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (sen)
- Parent Newsletter - Autumn Term 2023 - Friday 8th September (download)
- Parent Newsletter - Autumn Term 2023 - Friday 15th September 2023 (download)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- School Policies (other)
- Website Policy (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Pound Hill Infant School (70.2)
- Milton Mount Primary School (67.5)
- Forge Wood Primary School (66.3)
- Crawley Down Village CofE School (64.5)
- Desmond Anderson Primary School (64.0)
Key details
- LA
- West Sussex
- Age range
- 3 - 7
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 270
- Pupils
- 242
- Boys
- 134
- Girls
- 108
- FSM %
- 8.30
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-01-18
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 242 | 134 | 108 | 270 | 8.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 251 | 137 | 114 | 270 | 9.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 248 | 132 | 116 | 270 | 10.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 248 | 132 | 116 | 270 | 10.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 263 | 142 | 121 | 270 | 9.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 259 | 149 | 110 | 270 | 7.30 |
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