Northiam Church of England Primary School and Nursery
URN: 148742 • Rye TN31 6NB
Overview
- Name
- Northiam Church of England Primary School and Nursery
- URN
- 148742
- 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
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 41.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Julia Bray (since 2025) , Head of School
- Telephone
- 01797252141
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Main Street, Rye TN31 6NB
Summary
Northiam Church of England Primary School and Nursery, located in Rye, East Sussex, is a mixed academy converter with a current enrolment of 150 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 105. The school operates under the Diocese of Chichester Academy Trust and is committed to providing a high-quality education grounded in Christian values. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in its vision: “Where every child flourishes and every day holds an abundance of opportunities,” reflecting a dedication to nurturing each child's potential.
The curriculum at Northiam Primary is designed to engage students through a variety of enriching experiences, promoting both academic and personal development. The school places a strong emphasis on fostering independence, social awareness, and community involvement, ensuring that pupils are well-prepared to contribute positively to society.
In addition to its educational offerings, Northiam Primary maintains close ties with St Mary’s Church, reinforcing its Christian character. The school community prioritises the well-being of its pupils, providing support for families and encouraging a collaborative environment among staff and parents.
The curriculum at Northiam Primary is designed to engage students through a variety of enriching experiences, promoting both academic and personal development. The school places a strong emphasis on fostering independence, social awareness, and community involvement, ensuring that pupils are well-prepared to contribute positively to society.
In addition to its educational offerings, Northiam Primary maintains close ties with St Mary’s Church, reinforcing its Christian character. The school community prioritises the well-being of its pupils, providing support for families and encouraging a collaborative environment among staff and parents.
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Key details
- LA
- East Sussex
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- DIOCESE OF CHICHESTER ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 105
- Pupils
- 150
- Boys
- 88
- Girls
- 62
- FSM %
- 20.50
- Open date
- 2022-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- East Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 150 | 88 | 62 | 105 | 20.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 144 | 87 | 57 | 105 | 18.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 125 | 64 | 61 | 105 | 30.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 125 | 64 | 61 | 105 | 30.60 |
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