Netherfield CofE Primary School
91%
Capacity
127
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Netherfield CofE Primary School
Netherfield CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Rother community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 127 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 140 places).
the school is led by headteacher Laura Collins, it falls under East Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4245th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 30 in Rother.
Netherfield CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 39 applications for 16 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 14 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Netherfield CofE Primary School include Forest School, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Rounders, Dance, Football, as well as clubs including Coding, Film Club, Art Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rother, Netherfield CofE 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Darvel Down, Battle, Rother, TN33 9QF |
| Headteacher | Laura Collins |
| Local Authority | East Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 127 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.2% |
| School Capacity | 127 / 140 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (4 Jul 2024): School remains Outstanding (Concerns) - S5 Next
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Mar 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4245th of 13,686
Nationally
581st of 2,034
In South East
6th of 30
In Rother
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
70%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed16
39
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
14 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Netherfield CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Darvel Down, Battle
Rother, TN33 9QF
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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