Glebe Primary School
78%
Capacity
466
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Glebe Primary School
Glebe Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Adur community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 466 pupils on roll, operating at 78% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Glebe Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Karen Crutchfield, it falls under West Sussex local authority.
Glebe Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 102 applications for 53 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 52 were first-preference applications.
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 Glebe Primary School include Art Studios, Forest School, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Rounders, Dance, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Art Club, Science Club, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.4%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Adur, Glebe 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 | Church Lane, Brighton, Adur, BN42 4GB |
| Headteacher | Karen Crutchfield |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 466 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.4% |
| School Capacity | 466 / 600 (78% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Apr 2023. 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed53
102
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
52 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Church Lane, Brighton
Adur, BN42 4GB
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