Baldwins Hill Primary School, East Grinstead
87%
Capacity
183
Pupils
4.5x
Demand
About Baldwins Hill Primary School, East Grinstead
Baldwins Hill Primary School, East Grinstead is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Mid Sussex community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 183 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Baldwins Hill Primary School, East Grinstead "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jenny Dabell, it falls under West Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10656th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 30 in Mid Sussex.
Baldwins Hill Primary School, East Grinstead is a popular choice with families — it received 49 applications for 11 places, making it 4.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 were first-preference applications.
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 Baldwins Hill Primary School, East Grinstead include Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Forest School, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Cross Country, Rounders, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Gardening, Eco Club, Drama, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.4%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Mid Sussex, Baldwins Hill Primary School, East Grinstead 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Lowdells Lane, East Grinstead, Mid Sussex, RH19 2AP |
| Headteacher | Jenny Dabell |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 183 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.4% |
| School Capacity | 183 / 210 (87% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Dec 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10656th of 13,686
Nationally
1604th of 2,034
In South East
23rd of 30
In Mid Sussex
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed11
49
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
10 families put this school as their 1st choice (20% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Lowdells Lane, East Grinstead
Mid Sussex, RH19 2AP
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