Southgate Primary

URN: 144599 • Crawley RH10 6DG

Overview

Name
Southgate Primary
URN
144599
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
GLF SCHOOLS
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
48.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Charlotte Taylor (since 2025)
Telephone
01293525966
Website
Visit
Address
Barrington Road, Crawley RH10 6DG

Summary

Southgate Primary School, located in Crawley, West Sussex, is a mixed academy with a current enrolment of 280 pupils, serving a capacity of 360. The school is committed to fostering a well-rounded education, focusing not only on high academic standards but also on developing intellectual curiosity and personal growth in students. The ethos promotes the idea that children should thrive as learners and individuals in an ever-evolving world.

The curriculum at Southgate Primary is designed to equip students with essential knowledge and skills while encouraging exploration and creativity. Recent initiatives include outdoor learning experiences, such as workshops with West Sussex Fire & Rescue and residential trips that enhance teamwork and personal development. The school also emphasizes the importance of community involvement, offering open events and tours for prospective families to engage with the school environment.

With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (35.7%), Southgate Primary is dedicated to providing inclusive support for all students. The school actively promotes a sense of belonging and collaboration, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to flourish academically and socially.

Key details

LA
West Sussex
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
GLF SCHOOLS
Capacity
360
Pupils
280
Boys
143
Girls
137
FSM %
35.70
Open date
2017-07-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-10-04
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Sussex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 280 143 137 360 35.70
2024-09-11 307 151 156 360 37.50
2023-09-11 318 171 147 360 38.40
2022-09-11 318 171 147 420 38.40
2021-09-11 343 191 152 420 30.00
2020-09-11 364 200 164 420 20.30

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