Meridian Community Primary School and Nursery
109%
Capacity
456
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Meridian Community Primary School and Nursery
Meridian Community Primary School and Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Lewes community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 456 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (109% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Meridian Community Primary School and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Claire Westcott, it falls under East Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 47% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11453rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 23 in Lewes.
Meridian Community Primary School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 141 applications for 60 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 79 were first-preference applications.
Meridian Community Primary School and Nursery has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (1.7/5 from 17 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Meridian Community Primary School and Nursery include Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Swimming, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Drama, Book Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.2%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lewes, Meridian Community 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Roderick Avenue North, Peacehaven, Lewes, BN10 8BZ |
| Headteacher | Claire Westcott |
| Local Authority | East Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 456 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.2% |
| School Capacity | 456 / 420 (109% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11453rd of 13,686
Nationally
1728th of 2,034
In South East
19th of 23
In Lewes
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
47%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
45%
'23/24
47%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
141
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
79 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Roderick Avenue North, Peacehaven
Lewes, BN10 8BZ
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