St. Mark's CofE Primary School

URN: 126015 • Haywards Heath RH17 6EN

Overview

Name
St. Mark's CofE Primary School
URN
126015
Type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
56.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Laura Kelsey (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01444400398
Website
Visit
Address
Brantridge Lane, Haywards Heath RH17 6EN

Summary

St. Mark's Church of England Primary School, located in Haywards Heath, West Sussex, is a voluntary controlled primary school that caters to children aged 4 to 11. Founded in 1849, the school currently has around 101 pupils, taught in four mixed-age classes. The school's ethos is rooted in Christian values, aiming to create an environment where every child feels valued, respected, and safe.

The curriculum at St. Mark's is designed to be broad, inclusive, and engaging, fostering both personal and academic growth. The school places a strong emphasis on nurturing relationships with families and the wider community, encouraging parental involvement and support. With an annual intake of 15 children, admissions are managed according to the West Sussex admissions policy, prioritising children with exceptional needs and those living within the catchment area.

St. Mark's is situated in a picturesque rural setting, serving children from Staplefield and surrounding areas, including Crawley and Cuckfield. The school prides itself on its traditional village charm, aiming to provide a supportive and enriching educational experience for all its students.

Key details

LA
West Sussex
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
105
Pupils
101
Boys
56
Girls
45
FSM %
19.80
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-03-27
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Sussex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 101 56 45 105 19.80
2024-09-11 104 52 52 105 20.20
2023-09-11 106 56 50 105 14.20
2022-09-11 106 56 50 105 14.20
2021-09-11 102 52 50 105 13.70
2020-09-11 95 48 47 105 8.40

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