Catsfield Church of England Primary School
96%
Capacity
101
Pupils
4.3x
Demand
About Catsfield Church of England Primary School
Catsfield Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Rother community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 101 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated Catsfield Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher John Barnes, it falls under East Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 88% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 418th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 30 in Rother.
Catsfield Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 64 applications for 15 places, making it 4.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
Catsfield Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 80% recommending the school (49 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Catsfield Church of England Primary School include Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Library, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Athletics, Swimming, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Eco Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rother, Catsfield 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 | Church Road, Battle, Rother, TN33 9DP |
| Headteacher | John Barnes |
| Local Authority | East Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 101 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.9% |
| School Capacity | 101 / 105 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (88%)
418th of 13,686
Nationally
46th of 2,034
In South East
2nd of 30
In Rother
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
88%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
47%
'23/24
88%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
49 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
64
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Catsfield Church of England Primary School
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Church Road, Battle
Rother, TN33 9DP
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