St Mary's CofE Primary School, East Grinstead

URN: 126055 • East Grinstead RH19 2DS

Overview

Name
St Mary's CofE Primary School, East Grinstead
URN
126055
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
62.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Rachel Thorne (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01342323858
Website
Visit
Address
Windmill Lane, East Grinstead RH19 2DS

Summary

St. Mary's CofE Primary School is a voluntary aided, mixed primary school located in East Grinstead, West Sussex, with a current enrolment of 204 pupils and a capacity of 210. The school is known for its strong Christian ethos, which guides its commitment to inclusion and the development of confident, considerate learners. The school aims to inspire pupils to flourish and make a positive difference in the world, reflecting its values rooted in the teachings of Jesus.

The school provides a supportive learning environment, with dedicated staff focused on fostering a love for learning. St. Mary's offers a range of educational opportunities designed to equip students with the skills and values needed for a successful life. Recent inspections by Ofsted and the Statutory Inspection of Anglican and Methodist Schools (SIAMS) have highlighted the school's caring nature and the positive relationships among pupils, parents, and staff.

As part of the Hurst Education Trust from August 2025, St. Mary's will continue to uphold its Church of England identity and ethos, ensuring that every child is valued and encouraged to thrive within a nurturing community.

Key details

LA
West Sussex
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
204
Boys
108
Girls
96
FSM %
5.90
Open date
1900-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-06-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Sussex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 204 108 96 210 5.90
2024-09-11 203 103 100 210 5.40
2023-09-11 204 96 108 210 7.80
2022-09-11 204 96 108 210 7.80
2021-09-11 203 89 114 210 7.90
2020-09-11 200 82 118 210 5.00

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