Aldrington CofE Primary School
94%
Capacity
408
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Aldrington CofE Primary School
Aldrington CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Brighton and Hove community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 408 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 436 places).
Ofsted has rated Aldrington CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Verity Coates, it falls under Brighton and Hove local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3940th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 40 in Brighton and Hove.
Aldrington CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 121 applications for 54 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 44 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Aldrington CofE Primary School include Forest School, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Art Club, Gardening, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Brighton and Hove, Aldrington CofE 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 | Eridge Road, Hove, Brighton and Hove, BN3 7QD |
| Headteacher | Verity Coates |
| Local Authority | Brighton and Hove |
| Number of Pupils | 408 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.6% |
| School Capacity | 408 / 436 (94% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (17 Nov 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 31 Jan 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3940th of 13,686
Nationally
531st of 2,034
In South East
5th of 40
In Brighton and Hove
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'23/24
71%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed54
121
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
44 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Aldrington CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Eridge Road, Hove
Brighton and Hove, BN3 7QD
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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