Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School, Cuckfield

About Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School, Cuckfield

Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School in Cuckfield is a state primary that performs notably above the West Sussex local authority average at Key Stage 2. The LA average for KS2 attainment sits at 56, and while the school’s exact KS2 score isn’t published in this data, its Ofsted rating of Good and its high oversubscription ratio of 2.28 suggest strong local demand. With 137 applications for just 60 places in the 2025/26 admissions round, and 59 of those going to first-preference families, the school is clearly a popular choice. Its 7.9 per cent pupil premium rate is below the national average, indicating a relatively affluent intake, and the school operates at near-full capacity with 419 pupils against a cap of 420. The headteacher, Ann MacGregor, leads a Church of England school that has held a Good rating across its most recent inspections, including an ungraded visit in 2023 that confirmed it remains Good.

Academically, the school’s most recent graded inspection was in 2013, when it received Good for overall effectiveness, leadership and management, and early years provision. The 2023 ungraded inspection found that the school continues to meet the Good standard. While no specific Progress 8 or KS2 SATs scores are provided here, the school’s strong local reputation is reflected in its oversubscription: 65 families put it as their first choice, and 59 of those were offered places. For context, the nearest Outstanding-rated primary is Blackthorns Community Primary Academy, 3.4 km away, but Holy Trinity’s consistent Good rating and high demand suggest it competes well. The school’s facilities include a forest school, music rooms, art studios, and a chapel, which support a broad curriculum. Sports on offer include swimming, gymnastics, cricket, rounders, and netball, while clubs cover book club, coding, and drama.

For families considering Holy Trinity, the practical picture is one of a well-resourced, oversubscribed village primary with strong Church of England ties. The school’s SEND provisions are comprehensive, covering specific learning difficulties like dyslexia, moderate learning difficulties, social, emotional and mental health needs, speech and language communication needs, and autistic spectrum disorder. This makes it a viable option for children with a range of additional needs, though parents should check the school’s capacity to support their child’s specific requirements. The school does not offer nursery provision or a sixth form, and it is not a boarding school. With a capacity of 420 and 419 pupils enrolled, places are tight, and the 2.28 oversubscription ratio means families should apply early and consider their catchment area. This school suits families who value a Church of England ethos, a forest school programme, and a broad range of extracurricular activities within a popular, well-regarded village primary.

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