Halsford Park Primary School
96%
Capacity
404
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Halsford Park Primary School
Halsford Park Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Mid Sussex community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 404 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Halsford Park Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Claire Spencer, it falls under West Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5026th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 30 in Mid Sussex.
Halsford Park Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 142 applications for 54 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 54 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 Halsford Park Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Dance, Swimming, Football and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Mid Sussex, Halsford Park 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 | Manor Road, East Grinstead, Mid Sussex, RH19 1LR |
| Headteacher | Claire Spencer |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 404 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.4% |
| School Capacity | 404 / 420 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Jan 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
5026th of 13,686
Nationally
703rd of 2,034
In South East
8th of 30
In Mid Sussex
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed54
142
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
54 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Manor Road, East Grinstead
Mid Sussex, RH19 1LR
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