Christ Church CofE Primary and Nursery Academy
94%
Capacity
452
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Christ Church CofE Primary and Nursery Academy
Christ Church CofE Primary and Nursery Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Hastings community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 452 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 480 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Christ Church CofE Primary and Nursery Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Susannah Singh Russell Thorne, it falls under East Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 6075th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 16 in Hastings.
Christ Church CofE Primary and Nursery Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 75 applications for 28 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 were first-preference applications.
Christ Church CofE Primary and Nursery Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 97% recommending the school (126 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Christ Church CofE Primary and Nursery Academy include Art Studios, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Library, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Athletics, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 49.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hastings, Christ Church CofE Primary and Nursery Academy 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Woodland Vale Road, Hastings, Hastings, TN37 6JJ |
| Headteacher | Susannah Singh Russell Thorne |
| Local Authority | East Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 452 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 49.5% |
| School Capacity | 452 / 480 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Apr 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (30 Apr 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Apr 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
6075th of 13,686
Nationally
857th of 2,034
In South East
6th of 16
In Hastings
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
65%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
126 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
75
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Christ Church CofE Primary and Nursery Academy
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Contact Information
Woodland Vale Road, Hastings
Hastings, TN37 6JJ
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