Our Lady of Lourdes RC School
98%
Capacity
214
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Our Lady of Lourdes RC School
Our Lady of Lourdes RC School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Brighton and Hove community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 214 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 218 places).
Ofsted has rated Our Lady of Lourdes RC School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Anita Philbrook, it falls under Brighton and Hove local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8271st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 25th out of 40 in Brighton and Hove.
Our Lady of Lourdes RC School is a popular choice with families — it received 92 applications for 31 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
Our Lady of Lourdes RC School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.4/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), 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 Our Lady of Lourdes RC School include Library, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Cricket, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Brighton and Hove, Our Lady of Lourdes RC 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | The Green, Brighton, Brighton and Hove, BN2 7HA |
| Headteacher | Anita Philbrook |
| Local Authority | Brighton and Hove |
| Number of Pupils | 214 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.1% |
| School Capacity | 214 / 218 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (7 Mar 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Dec 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8271st of 13,686
Nationally
1223rd of 2,034
In South East
25th of 40
In Brighton and Hove
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
83%
'23/24
59%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed31
92
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
34 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
The Green, Brighton
Brighton and Hove, BN2 7HA
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