Albourne Church of England Primary School
79%
Capacity
166
Pupils
4.2x
Demand
About Albourne Church of England Primary School
Albourne Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Mid Sussex community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 166 pupils on roll, operating at 79% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Albourne Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Fiona Keeling, it falls under West Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2624th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 30 in Mid Sussex.
Albourne Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 104 applications for 25 places, making it 4.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
Albourne Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 90% recommending the school (71 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Albourne Church of England Primary School include Sports Hall, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Gymnastics, Football, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Film Club, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Mid Sussex, Albourne Church of England Primary School is one of the options available in the South East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | The Street, Hassocks, Mid Sussex, BN6 9DH |
| Headteacher | Fiona Keeling |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 166 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.6% |
| School Capacity | 166 / 210 (79% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2624th of 13,686
Nationally
353rd of 2,034
In South East
2nd of 30
In Mid Sussex
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
71 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
104
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (21% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Albourne Church of England Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
The Street, Hassocks
Mid Sussex, BN6 9DH
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