Hurst Green Church of England Primary School and Nursery
91%
Capacity
127
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Hurst Green Church of England Primary School and Nursery
Hurst Green Church of England Primary School and Nursery is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Rother community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 127 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 140 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hurst Green Church of England Primary School and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Allison Flack, it falls under East Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 85% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 721st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 3rd out of 30 in Rother.
Hurst Green Church of England Primary School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 39 applications for 20 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
Hurst Green Church of England Primary School and Nursery parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (60 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hurst Green Church of England Primary School and Nursery include Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Football, Gymnastics, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Drama, Eco Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rother, Hurst Green Church of England Primary School and Nursery 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 | Church of England |
| Address | London Road, Etchingham, Rother, TN19 7PN |
| Headteacher | Allison Flack |
| Local Authority | East Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 127 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.1% |
| School Capacity | 127 / 140 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Mar 2025): Improved significantly
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jun 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (85%)
721st of 13,686
Nationally
100th of 2,034
In South East
3rd of 30
In Rother
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
85%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
86%
'23/24
85%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
60 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
39
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hurst Green Church of England Primary School and Nursery
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Contact Information
London Road, Etchingham
Rother, TN19 7PN
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