Coldean Primary School
80%
Capacity
324
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Coldean Primary School
Coldean Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Brighton and Hove community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 324 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 406 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Coldean Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Stuart McConnachie, it falls under Brighton and Hove local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9273rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 28th out of 40 in Brighton and Hove.
Coldean Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 37 applications for 22 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Coldean Primary School include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Forest School, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Football, Cricket, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Science Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 44.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Brighton and Hove, Coldean 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Kenwards, Brighton, Brighton and Hove, BN1 9EN |
| Headteacher | Stuart McConnachie |
| Local Authority | Brighton and Hove |
| Number of Pupils | 324 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 44.9% |
| School Capacity | 324 / 406 (80% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Dec 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 Feb 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9273rd of 13,686
Nationally
1381st of 2,034
In South East
28th of 40
In Brighton and Hove
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
55%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
37
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Kenwards, Brighton
Brighton and Hove, BN1 9EN
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