Chantry Community Primary School
98%
Capacity
205
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Chantry Community Primary School
Chantry Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Rother community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 205 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Chantry Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rebecca Reed, it falls under East Sussex local authority.
Chantry Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 65 applications for 20 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 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 Chantry Community Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Forest School, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Rounders, Dance, as well as clubs including Chess, Drama, Coding, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 33.3%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rother, Chantry Community 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Barrack Road, Bexhill-on-Sea, Rother, TN40 2AT |
| Headteacher | Rebecca Reed |
| Local Authority | East Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 205 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 33.3% |
| School Capacity | 205 / 210 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 Jun 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Nov 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
2025/26Oversubscribed20
65
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
17 families put this school as their 1st choice (26% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Barrack Road, Bexhill-on-Sea
Rother, TN40 2AT
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