Parkside Community Primary School
117%
Capacity
246
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Parkside Community Primary School
Parkside Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wealden community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 246 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (117% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Derek Hollywood, it falls under East Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6692nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 48 in Wealden.
Parkside Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 100 applications for 30 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 42 were first-preference applications.
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 Parkside Community Primary School include Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Netball, Rounders, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Art Club, Coding, Choir.
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 Wealden, Parkside 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Beechwood Lane, Heathfield, Wealden, TN21 8QQ |
| Headteacher | Derek Hollywood |
| Local Authority | East Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 246 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.1% |
| School Capacity | 246 / 210 (117% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (4 Jul 2023): School remains Outstanding (Concerns) - S5 Next
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Apr 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6692nd of 13,686
Nationally
942nd of 2,034
In South East
19th of 48
In Wealden
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
63%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
100
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
42 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Parkside Community Primary School
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Contact Information
Beechwood Lane, Heathfield
Wealden, TN21 8QQ
Journey to School
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