Lindfield Primary Academy
100%
Capacity
660
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Lindfield Primary Academy
Lindfield Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Mid Sussex community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 660 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 660 places).
the school is led by headteacher Marcus Still, it falls under West Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3630th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 30 in Mid Sussex.
Lindfield Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 248 applications for 90 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 108 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Lindfield Primary Academy include Library, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Cross Country, Tennis, Netball, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Book Club, Science Club, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Mid Sussex, Lindfield Primary Academy 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | School Lane, Haywards Heath, Mid Sussex, RH16 2DX |
| Headteacher | Marcus Still |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 660 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.9% |
| School Capacity | 660 / 660 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Oct 2021Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Nov 2021. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3630th of 13,686
Nationally
490th of 2,034
In South East
4th of 30
In Mid Sussex
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
7%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed90
248
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
108 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
School Lane, Haywards Heath
Mid Sussex, RH16 2DX
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