Middle Street Primary School
91%
Capacity
192
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Middle Street Primary School
Middle Street Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Brighton and Hove community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 192 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Middle Street Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rob Cooper, it falls under Brighton and Hove local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7712th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 40 in Brighton and Hove.
Middle Street Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 63 applications for 23 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Middle Street Primary School include Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Forest School, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Netball, Tennis, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Gardening, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.3%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Brighton and Hove, Middle Street 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 | 37 Middle Street, Brighton, Brighton and Hove, BN1 1AL |
| Headteacher | Rob Cooper |
| Local Authority | Brighton and Hove |
| Number of Pupils | 192 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.3% |
| School Capacity | 192 / 210 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7712th of 13,686
Nationally
1103rd of 2,034
In South East
21st of 40
In Brighton and Hove
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
60%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
63
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
17 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Middle Street Primary School
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Contact Information
37 Middle Street, Brighton
Brighton and Hove, BN1 1AL
37 Middle Street, Brighton
Brighton and Hove, BN1 1AL
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