Harbour Primary and Nursery School
96%
Capacity
460
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Harbour Primary and Nursery School
Harbour Primary and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Lewes community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 460 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 480 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Harbour Primary and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Adam Sutton, it falls under East 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 5035th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 23 in Lewes.
Harbour Primary and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 113 applications for 59 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 68 were first-preference applications.
Harbour Primary and Nursery School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 92% recommending the school (84 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Harbour Primary and Nursery School include Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Netball, Tennis, Rounders, as well as clubs including Art Club, Gardening, Book Club, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 37.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lewes, Harbour Primary and Nursery 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Church Hill, Newhaven, Lewes, BN9 9LX |
| Headteacher | Adam Sutton |
| Local Authority | East Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 460 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 37.9% |
| School Capacity | 460 / 480 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 May 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
5035th of 13,686
Nationally
704th of 2,034
In South East
8th of 23
In Lewes
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
68%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
84 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
113
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
68 families put this school as their 1st choice (60% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Harbour Primary and Nursery School
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Contact Information
Church Hill, Newhaven
Lewes, BN9 9LX
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