Burwash CofE School
93%
Capacity
163
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Burwash CofE School
Burwash CofE School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Rother community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 163 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 175 places).
the school is led by headteacher Debbie Gilbert, it falls under East Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9866th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 30 in Rother.
Burwash CofE School is a popular choice with families — it received 39 applications for 18 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Burwash CofE School include Library, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Gymnastics, Cross Country, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Gardening, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rother, Burwash CofE 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 | School Hill, Etchingham, Rother, TN19 7DZ |
| Headteacher | Debbie Gilbert |
| Local Authority | East Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 163 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.4% |
| School Capacity | 163 / 175 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
9866th of 13,686
Nationally
1460th of 2,034
In South East
23rd of 30
In Rother
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
16%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
53%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed18
39
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Burwash CofE School
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Contact Information
School Hill, Etchingham
Rother, TN19 7DZ
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