Bilingual Primary School - Brighton & Hove
95%
Capacity
598
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Bilingual Primary School - Brighton & Hove
Bilingual Primary School - Brighton & Hove is a state-funded None primary school serving the Brighton and Hove community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 598 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 630 places).
Ofsted has rated Bilingual Primary School - Brighton & Hove "Good", the school is led by headteacher Simon King, it falls under Brighton and Hove local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% 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 2292nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 40 in Brighton and Hove.
Bilingual Primary School - Brighton & Hove is a popular choice with families — it received 262 applications for 89 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 96 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bilingual Primary School - Brighton & Hove include Library, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Art Studios.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Tennis, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Brighton and Hove, Bilingual Primary School - Brighton & Hove 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 | None |
| Address | The Droveway, Brighton and Hove, Brighton and Hove, BN3 7QA |
| Headteacher | Simon King |
| Local Authority | Brighton and Hove |
| Number of Pupils | 598 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.2% |
| School Capacity | 598 / 630 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Dec 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 Dec 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Nov 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2292nd of 13,686
Nationally
311th of 2,034
In South East
1st of 40
In Brighton and Hove
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
77%
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
4Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed89
262
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
96 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bilingual Primary School - Brighton & Hove
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Contact Information
The Droveway, Brighton and Hove
Brighton and Hove, BN3 7QA
The Droveway, Brighton and Hove
Brighton and Hove, BN3 7QA
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