Maidenbower Junior School

URN: 131603 • Crawley RH10 7RA

Overview

Name
Maidenbower Junior School
URN
131603
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
60.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Simon Pike (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01293883758
Website
Visit
Address
Harvest Road, Crawley RH10 7RA

Summary

Maidenbower Junior School is a community primary school located in Crawley, West Sussex, catering to 579 pupils aged 7 to 11. The school prides itself on creating a supportive and inclusive environment where every child can thrive. With a strong emphasis on values such as Growth, Tolerance, Resilience, Curiosity, Respect, and Responsibility, Maidenbower Junior School aims to prepare students for their future journeys through a well-rounded and engaging curriculum.

The school is particularly noted for its commitment to inclusivity, exemplified by 'The Launchpad', a Special Support Centre for children with autism. This facility allows for tailored support while integrating students into mainstream classrooms, ensuring that all children, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), receive the necessary resources to succeed.

Maidenbower Junior School fosters a strong sense of community, with 80% of its pupils residing in Maidenbower and the remaining 20% from nearby areas. The school encourages collaboration between staff, parents, and governors to create a nurturing environment where individual achievements are celebrated, and lifelong skills are developed.

Key details

LA
West Sussex
Age range
7 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
600
Pupils
579
Boys
309
Girls
270
FSM %
12.30
Open date
1999-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-10-13
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Sussex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 579 309 270 600 12.30
2024-09-11 570 314 256 600 12.30
2023-09-11 588 321 267 600 10.70
2022-09-11 588 321 267 600 10.70
2021-09-11 597 320 277 600 8.50
2020-09-11 588 297 291 600 5.60

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