St John's Meads Church of England Primary School
URN: 147712 • Eastbourne BN20 7XS
Overview
- Name
- St John's Meads Church of England Primary School
- URN
- 147712
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- DIOCESE OF CHICHESTER ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 45.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Shevlyn Byroo (since 2025) , Interim Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01323730255
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Rowsley Road, Eastbourne BN20 7XS
Summary
St John's Meads Church of England Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Eastbourne, East Sussex, catering to children aged 4-11 years. With a current enrolment of 182 pupils and a capacity of 218, the school prides itself on fostering a friendly and caring environment, supported by an active parent body. The school's Christian ethos is central to its educational vision, promoting values such as perseverance, teamwork, and respect for others.
The curriculum at St John's Meads is designed to provide a comprehensive educational experience, focusing on both academic success and personal development. The school offers a range of extracurricular activities that allow children to explore their individual talents and interests. Spiritual development is also emphasized, with opportunities for prayer and understanding of Christian teachings.
The school's motto, "Light in Darkness" (IN TENEBRIS LUX), reflects its commitment to nurturing children’s character and faith, encouraging them to contribute positively to society. St John's Meads aims to instill a love of learning and a sense of community, ensuring that each child feels valued and supported throughout their educational journey.
The curriculum at St John's Meads is designed to provide a comprehensive educational experience, focusing on both academic success and personal development. The school offers a range of extracurricular activities that allow children to explore their individual talents and interests. Spiritual development is also emphasized, with opportunities for prayer and understanding of Christian teachings.
The school's motto, "Light in Darkness" (IN TENEBRIS LUX), reflects its commitment to nurturing children’s character and faith, encouraging them to contribute positively to society. St John's Meads aims to instill a love of learning and a sense of community, ensuring that each child feels valued and supported throughout their educational journey.
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Key details
- LA
- East Sussex
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- DIOCESE OF CHICHESTER ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 218
- Pupils
- 182
- Boys
- 87
- Girls
- 95
- FSM %
- 7.70
- Open date
- 2020-02-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-03-13
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- East Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 182 | 87 | 95 | 218 | 7.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 201 | 102 | 99 | 218 | 7.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 215 | 105 | 110 | 218 | 7.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 215 | 105 | 110 | 218 | 7.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 217 | 105 | 112 | 218 | 5.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 218 |
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