What is School Atlas's summary of Ofsted's 6 judgements for Wivelsfield Primary School and Nursery?

Ofsted gave no overall grade at its inspection in June 2026. School Atlas summarises the 6 judgements Ofsted made as Expected standard. This is our summary, not Ofsted's own grade.

How many pupils attend Wivelsfield Primary School and Nursery?

Wivelsfield Primary School and Nursery has 242 pupils on roll.

What are Wivelsfield Primary School and Nursery’s exam results?

In 2024-25, 69% of pupils at the end of primary school (key stage 2) reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths. Trends and the detail behind each figure are on the Results tab.

What ages does Wivelsfield Primary School and Nursery take?

Wivelsfield Primary School and Nursery admits pupils aged 4 to 11.

Where is Wivelsfield Primary School and Nursery located?

Wivelsfield Primary School and Nursery is located in Wivelsfield Green, RH17 7QN, East Sussex.

How do I apply to Wivelsfield Primary School and Nursery?

Wivelsfield Primary School and Nursery is a state school. In England you apply through the council where you live, using its common application form, even if the school is in another council area. The national closing date for primary places is 15 January.

How close do you need to live to get into Wivelsfield Primary School and Nursery?

On offer day for 2024-25 (Reception), the furthest place offered at Wivelsfield Primary School and Nursery was 1.86 miles from the school. That is the distance the last place reached in one year, not a boundary and not a guarantee — it moves with the number of applicants.

How are Reception places decided at Wivelsfield Primary School and Nursery?

When Wivelsfield Primary School and Nursery has more applications than places for 2027-28, they are offered in a published order of priority: 1. Looked after children and children who were looked after, but ceased to be so because they were adopted (or subject to residence orders or special guardianship orders) immediately following being looked after; 2. Children who will have a brother or sister (sibling) at the school (or linked junior school- see definitions below) at the time of admission and who live at the same address, within the predefined community area*; 3. Children of staff members contracted to work at the school in question where: a) The member of staff has been employed at the school for two or more years at the time at which the application for admission to the school is made; and/or b) The member of staff is recruited to fill a vacant post for which there is a demonstrable skill shortage, and 3 further criteria. The school offers 30 places at this entry point.

What is the largest ethnic background at Wivelsfield Primary School and Nursery?

According to the DfE School Census 2025-26, 93.8% of pupils at Wivelsfield Primary School and Nursery are recorded as White British. The full ethnic breakdown across all groups is available on the Pupils tab.

Wivelsfield Primary School and Nursery: Ofsted & Catchment

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Wivelsfield Primary School and Nursery

StatePrimary

Community schoolProfile updated · DfE GIASApply by 15 Jan

South Road, RH17 7QN Website01444471393

Verified from official sources

Expected· our summaryJun 2026

Inspected Jun 2026

View full report

Ages4 - 11

Pupils242

Expected· our summaryJun 2026

Ages4 - 11

Pupils242

Inspected Jun 2026 · View report

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Pupils (January 2026 census)

242

90.0% of capacity (216 on roll) · DfE capacity survey 2024-25

DfE

KS2 Expected Standard

69% combined

2024-25 · cohort of 29

DfE2024-25

Demand (Reception)

1.2× oversubscribed

36 first choices for 30 places in the entry year

DfE2026-27

On-site childcare

Childcare at this site

Out-of-school club, separately registered — see connected settings

Sports on site

Sports Hall · Grass pitches

Sport England Active Places

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At a Glance

Rated Expected on our summary of 7 Ofsted judgements and in demand. KS2 results declining, 2022-23 to 2024-25.

InspectionExpected · our summary

Inspected Jun 2026

Results

Declining

KS2 SATs Combined: 69% (2024-25)

National avg: 62% · marker

AdmissionsIn demand

1.2x oversubscribed (Reception, 2026-27)

Type

Community

Phase

Primary

Age Range

4 - 11

Gender

Co-educational

Governance

Community school

Nursery Classes

Yes

Pupils per year group

~35*

Headteacher

Mrs Gemma White

* Pupils on roll divided by the year groups in the school's age range. This is not a class size.

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Where this data comes from

DfE GIASschool register· Apr 2026DfE School Censusabsence & staffingOfsted Parent Viewrecommend rateFSAfood hygieneInspectorategrade & date· Jun 2026IMD 2025deprivation

Key Metrics

Comparative & Financial

Borough ComparisonAbsence 5.2% — below the average for primary schools in this borough

School Capacity216 pupils on roll — 90.0% of capacity · DfE capacity survey 2024-25

School-specific Context

Catchment AreaOfficial catchment boundary publishedView the map →

Key admissions dates

DeadlineReception application deadline

Friday, 15 January 2027

in 77 days

How to apply via GOV.UK All UK admissions deadlines

Statutory dates set in law (apply to all state schools in England). Confirm exact local windows with your council.

Open days and events

Open DayOpen Morning for Prospective Families
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 · 10:00· Booking required
Book a place Listed on the school’s website

Place & Setting

Local Context

AreaWivelsfield · Lewes · East Grinstead and Uckfield · Smaller rural

Area deprivation

IMD Decile 9Least deprived

Food hygiene

Flood Zone 1Low risk

Neighbourhood safety· within ½ mileBelow LA average

Crimes per month 3

East Sussex peer median: 27 per month

12-month total30

Top categories

Violent crime

13 (43%)

Anti-social behaviour

5 (17%)

Public order

4 (13%)

and 4 smaller categories

Source: data.police.uk · ½ mile radius · Jul 2025 – Jun 2026 · vs 466 East Sussex schools.

Road Safety Nearby

Recorded collisions within 500m (2021–2025)2

Source: DfT road safety data

Greenspace Nearby

Greenspace sites within 800m6

Nearest site272m

Includes1 public parks, 1 playing fields, 3 play spaces

Source: OS Open Greenspace

Road Noise

Road noiseModerate — 56.3 dB daytime, peaking at 63.5 dB nearby

Source: Defra strategic noise mapping

Air Quality

Nitrogen dioxide (NO₂): modelled annual mean for the school's 1 km square, with the yardsticks that apply
Item	µg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide (NO₂)	6.8 µg/m³
The legal limit in England (40)	40
The WHO guideline (10)	10

Within the legal limit in England (40) · within the WHO guideline (10)

Fine particulate matter (PM₂.₅): modelled annual mean for the school's 1 km square, with the yardsticks that apply
Item	µg/m³
Fine particulate matter (PM₂.₅)	8.6 µg/m³
The legal limit in England (20)	20
England’s 2040 target (10)	10
The WHO guideline (5)	5

Within the legal limit in England (20) · within England’s 2040 target (10) · above the WHO guideline (5)

Particulate matter (PM₁₀): modelled annual mean for the school's 1 km square, with the yardsticks that apply
Item	µg/m³
Particulate matter (PM₁₀)	15.4 µg/m³
The legal limit in England (40)	40
The WHO guideline (15)	15

Within the legal limit in England (40) · above the WHO guideline (15)

Modelled annual mean for 2025, for the 1 km square containing the school. Not a measurement.

Source: DEFRA, Air quality compliance assessment 2025: modelled data and reports (GOV.UK) (CMAQ-Urban model) © Crown copyright, Defra. Open Government Licence v3.0Limits and guideline: The Air Quality Standards Regulations 2010, Schedule 2; WHO global air quality guidelines (2021), Table 0.1; The Environmental Targets (Fine Particulate Matter) (England) Regulations 2023, regulation 4

Building energy rating

Operational rating from actual metered usage (Display Energy Certificate)

Band C · score 70 · 2025

Heating: Natural Gas · 1,221 m²

Was band D in 2018.

MHCLG Energy Performance of Buildings register (OGL v3)

Data from:Inspection: Jun 2026Results: 2024-25Admissions: 2026-27Profile updated: Apr 2026

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How close did you need to live?

1.86miles

was the furthest place offered on offer day for 2024-25 (Reception). That is how far the last place reached in ONE year — not a boundary, and not a guarantee. It moves with the number of applicants, so treat it as a guide rather than a line on a map.

Last distance offered at Wivelsfield Primary School and Nursery, year by year →

How places are decided at Wivelsfield Primary School and Nursery

When there are more applications than places for 2027-28 (Reception), places are offered in this order of priority. Meeting a higher criterion beats meeting a lower one.

1Looked after children and children who were looked after, but ceased to be so because they were adopted (or subject to residence orders or special guardianship orders) immediately following being looked after.
2Children who will have a brother or sister (sibling) at the school (or linked junior school- see definitions below) at the time of admission and who live at the same address, within the predefined community area*.
3Children of staff members contracted to work at the school in question where: a) The member of staff has been employed at the school for two or more years at the time at which the application for admission to the school is made; and/or b) The member of staff is recruited to fill a vacant post for which there is a demonstrable skill shortage.
4Other children living within a pre-defined community area

Wivelsfield Primary School and Nursery: key facts

What is School Atlas's summary of Ofsted's 6 judgements for Wivelsfield Primary School and Nursery?: Ofsted gave no overall grade at its inspection in June 2026. School Atlas summarises the 6 judgements Ofsted made as Expected standard. This is our summary, not Ofsted's own grade.
How many pupils attend Wivelsfield Primary School and Nursery?: Wivelsfield Primary School and Nursery has 242 pupils on roll.
What are Wivelsfield Primary School and Nursery’s exam results?: In 2024-25, 69% of pupils at the end of primary school (key stage 2) reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths. Trends and the detail behind each figure are on the Results tab.
What ages does Wivelsfield Primary School and Nursery take?: Wivelsfield Primary School and Nursery admits pupils aged 4 to 11.
Where is Wivelsfield Primary School and Nursery located?: Wivelsfield Primary School and Nursery is located in Wivelsfield Green, RH17 7QN, East Sussex.
How do I apply to Wivelsfield Primary School and Nursery?: Wivelsfield Primary School and Nursery is a state school. In England you apply through the council where you live, using its common application form, even if the school is in another council area. The national closing date for primary places is 15 January.
How close do you need to live to get into Wivelsfield Primary School and Nursery?: On offer day for 2024-25 (Reception), the furthest place offered at Wivelsfield Primary School and Nursery was 1.86 miles from the school. That is the distance the last place reached in one year, not a boundary and not a guarantee — it moves with the number of applicants.

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Wivelsfield Primary School and Nursery

StatePrimary

Community schoolProfile updated · DfE GIASApply by 15 Jan

South Road, RH17 7QN Website01444471393

Verified from official sources

Expected· our summaryJun 2026

Inspected Jun 2026

View full report

Ages4 - 11

Pupils242

Expected· our summaryJun 2026

Ages4 - 11

Pupils242

Inspected Jun 2026 · View report

How close did you need to live?

Would your address have got an offer?

Your postcode is used for this check only and is not saved. Check every school near you →

Last distance offered at Wivelsfield Primary School and Nursery, year by year →

Pupils (January 2026 census)

242

90.0% of capacity (216 on roll) · DfE capacity survey 2024-25

DfE

KS2 Expected Standard

69% combined

2024-25 · cohort of 29

DfE2024-25

Demand (Reception)

1.2× oversubscribed

36 first choices for 30 places in the entry year

DfE2026-27

On-site childcare

Childcare at this site

Out-of-school club, separately registered — see connected settings

Sports on site

Sports Hall · Grass pitches

Sport England Active Places

Unclaimed profile · the school has not checked or added its own details.

Are you from Wivelsfield Primary School and Nursery? Claim it

At a Glance

Rated Expected on our summary of 7 Ofsted judgements and in demand. KS2 results declining, 2022-23 to 2024-25.

InspectionExpected · our summary

Inspected Jun 2026

Results

Declining

KS2 SATs Combined: 69% (2024-25)

National avg: 62% · marker

AdmissionsIn demand

1.2x oversubscribed (Reception, 2026-27)

Type

Community

Phase

Primary

Age Range

4 - 11

Gender

Co-educational

Governance

Community school

Nursery Classes

Yes

Pupils per year group

~35*

Headteacher

Mrs Gemma White

* Pupils on roll divided by the year groups in the school's age range. This is not a class size.

See more of Wivelsfield Primary School and Nursery

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Where this data comes from

DfE GIASschool register· Apr 2026DfE School Censusabsence & staffingOfsted Parent Viewrecommend rateFSAfood hygieneInspectorategrade & date· Jun 2026IMD 2025deprivation

Key Metrics

Comparative & Financial

Borough ComparisonAbsence 5.2% — below the average for primary schools in this borough

School Capacity216 pupils on roll — 90.0% of capacity · DfE capacity survey 2024-25

School-specific Context

Catchment AreaOfficial catchment boundary publishedView the map →

Key admissions dates

DeadlineReception application deadline

Friday, 15 January 2027

in 77 days

How to apply via GOV.UK All UK admissions deadlines

Statutory dates set in law (apply to all state schools in England). Confirm exact local windows with your council.

Open days and events

Open DayOpen Morning for Prospective Families
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 · 10:00· Booking required
Book a place Listed on the school’s website

Place & Setting

Local Context

AreaWivelsfield · Lewes · East Grinstead and Uckfield · Smaller rural

Area deprivation

IMD Decile 9Least deprived

Food hygiene

Flood Zone 1Low risk

Neighbourhood safety· within ½ mileBelow LA average

Crimes per month 3

East Sussex peer median: 27 per month

12-month total30

Top categories

Violent crime

13 (43%)

Anti-social behaviour

5 (17%)

Public order

4 (13%)

and 4 smaller categories

Source: data.police.uk · ½ mile radius · Jul 2025 – Jun 2026 · vs 466 East Sussex schools.

Road Safety Nearby

Recorded collisions within 500m (2021–2025)2

Source: DfT road safety data

Greenspace Nearby

Greenspace sites within 800m6

Nearest site272m

Includes1 public parks, 1 playing fields, 3 play spaces

Source: OS Open Greenspace

Road Noise

Road noiseModerate — 56.3 dB daytime, peaking at 63.5 dB nearby

Source: Defra strategic noise mapping

Air Quality

Nitrogen dioxide (NO₂): modelled annual mean for the school's 1 km square, with the yardsticks that apply
Item	µg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide (NO₂)	6.8 µg/m³
The legal limit in England (40)	40
The WHO guideline (10)	10

Within the legal limit in England (40) · within the WHO guideline (10)

Fine particulate matter (PM₂.₅): modelled annual mean for the school's 1 km square, with the yardsticks that apply
Item	µg/m³
Fine particulate matter (PM₂.₅)	8.6 µg/m³
The legal limit in England (20)	20
England’s 2040 target (10)	10
The WHO guideline (5)	5

Within the legal limit in England (20) · within England’s 2040 target (10) · above the WHO guideline (5)

Particulate matter (PM₁₀): modelled annual mean for the school's 1 km square, with the yardsticks that apply
Item	µg/m³
Particulate matter (PM₁₀)	15.4 µg/m³
The legal limit in England (40)	40
The WHO guideline (15)	15

Within the legal limit in England (40) · above the WHO guideline (15)

Modelled annual mean for 2025, for the 1 km square containing the school. Not a measurement.

Building energy rating

Operational rating from actual metered usage (Display Energy Certificate)

Band C · score 70 · 2025

Heating: Natural Gas · 1,221 m²

Was band D in 2018.

MHCLG Energy Performance of Buildings register (OGL v3)

Data from:Inspection: Jun 2026Results: 2024-25Admissions: 2026-27Profile updated: Apr 2026

Export available on Pro

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Wivelsfield Primary School and Nursery

Wivelsfield Primary School and Nursery

Quick summary

At a Glance

Key Metrics

Comparative & Financial

School-specific Context

Key admissions dates

Open days and events

Place & Setting

Local Context

Neighbourhood safety· within ½ mileBelow LA average

Road Safety Nearby

Greenspace Nearby

Road Noise

Air Quality

Building energy rating

Nearby schools within 5 km

How close did you need to live?

How places are decided at Wivelsfield Primary School and Nursery

Wivelsfield Primary School and Nursery: key facts

Similar schools nearby

Wivelsfield Primary School and Nursery

Quick summary

At a Glance

Key Metrics

Comparative & Financial

School-specific Context

Key admissions dates

Open days and events

Place & Setting

Local Context

Neighbourhood safety· within ½ mileBelow LA average

Road Safety Nearby

Greenspace Nearby

Road Noise

Air Quality

Building energy rating

Nearby schools within 5 km

Connected nurseries & schools

On-site childcare