Gossops Green Primary
94%
Capacity
592
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Gossops Green Primary
Gossops Green Primary is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Crawley community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 592 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 630 places).
Ofsted has rated Gossops Green Primary "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Dunne, it falls under West Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 41% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12319th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 21 in Crawley.
Gossops Green Primary is a popular choice with families — it received 142 applications for 67 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 63 were first-preference applications.
Gossops Green Primary parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 93% recommending the school (123 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Gossops Green Primary include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Forest School, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Athletics, Swimming, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.6%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Crawley, Gossops Green Primary 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 | Kidborough Road, Crawley, Crawley, RH11 8HW |
| Headteacher | Sarah Dunne |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 592 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.6% |
| School Capacity | 592 / 630 (94% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jun 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Jun 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Oct 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (41%)
12319th of 13,686
Nationally
1835th of 2,034
In South East
17th of 21
In Crawley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
41%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
123 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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed67
142
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
63 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Kidborough Road, Crawley
Crawley, RH11 8HW
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