Hertford Primary School
96%
Capacity
210
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Hertford Primary School
Hertford 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 210 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 218 places).
Ofsted has rated Hertford Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rachael Durneen, it falls under Brighton and Hove local authority.
Hertford Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 81 applications for 30 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
Hertford Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 86% recommending the school (78 responses).
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 Hertford Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cross Country, Swimming, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Book Club, Choir, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 36.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Brighton and Hove, Hertford 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 | Lynchet Close, Brighton, Brighton and Hove, BN1 7FP |
| Headteacher | Rachael Durneen |
| Local Authority | Brighton and Hove |
| Number of Pupils | 210 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 36.2% |
| School Capacity | 210 / 218 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Mar 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 May 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
78 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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
81
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Lynchet Close, Brighton
Brighton and Hove, BN1 7FP
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