Plumpton Primary School
93%
Capacity
130
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Plumpton Primary School
Plumpton Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Lewes community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 130 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 140 places).
Ofsted has rated Plumpton Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Stewart James, it falls under East Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 78% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1886th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 23 in Lewes.
Plumpton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 37 applications for 20 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
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 Plumpton Primary School include Music Rooms, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Forest School, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Dance, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Art Club, Book Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lewes, Plumpton 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 | Southdowns, Lewes, Lewes, BN7 3EB |
| Headteacher | Stewart James |
| Local Authority | East Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 130 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.5% |
| School Capacity | 130 / 140 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 May 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Sept 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (78%)
1886th of 13,686
Nationally
255th of 2,034
In South East
4th of 23
In Lewes
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
78%
Expected Standard
17%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
78%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
37
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Southdowns, Lewes
Lewes, BN7 3EB
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