London Meed Community Primary School
99%
Capacity
417
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About London Meed Community Primary School
London Meed Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Mid Sussex community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 417 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated London Meed Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Fiona Dowley, it falls under West Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8590th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 30 in Mid Sussex.
London Meed Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 174 applications for 56 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 47 were first-preference applications.
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 London Meed Community Primary School include ICT Suite, Library, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Forest School, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Athletics, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Film Club, Choir, 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 Mid Sussex, London Meed Community 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 | Chanctonbury Road, Burgess Hill, Mid Sussex, RH15 9YQ |
| Headteacher | Fiona Dowley |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 417 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.1% |
| School Capacity | 417 / 420 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8590th of 13,686
Nationally
1281st of 2,034
In South East
21st of 30
In Mid Sussex
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed56
174
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
47 families put this school as their 1st choice (27% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Chanctonbury Road, Burgess Hill
Mid Sussex, RH15 9YQ
Journey to School
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