Coombe Road Primary School
83%
Capacity
175
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Coombe Road Primary School
Coombe Road Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Brighton and Hove community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 175 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Coombe Road Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Stuart Scrase, it falls under Brighton and Hove local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 40% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12438th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 37th out of 40 in Brighton and Hove.
Coombe Road Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 78 applications for 29 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Coombe Road Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Library, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Dance, Cross Country, Tennis, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Eco Club, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 52.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Brighton and Hove, Coombe Road 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 | Milner Road, Brighton, Brighton and Hove, BN2 4BP |
| Headteacher | Stuart Scrase |
| Local Authority | Brighton and Hove |
| Number of Pupils | 175 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 52.6% |
| School Capacity | 175 / 210 (83% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (3 Feb 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Jul 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (40%)
12438th of 13,686
Nationally
1851st of 2,034
In South East
37th of 40
In Brighton and Hove
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
40%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
16%
'23/24
40%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
78
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Milner Road, Brighton
Brighton and Hove, BN2 4BP
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