Pound Hill Infant Academy
100%
Capacity
269
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About Pound Hill Infant Academy
Pound Hill Infant Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Crawley community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 269 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 270 places).
Ofsted has rated Pound Hill Infant Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Thomas Jordan, it falls under West Sussex local authority.
Pound Hill Infant Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 292 applications for 90 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 97 were first-preference applications.
Pound Hill Infant Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 98% recommending the school (51 responses).
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 Pound Hill Infant Academy include Outdoor Playground, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Gymnastics, Football, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Film Club, Choir, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Crawley, Pound Hill Infant Academy 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Crawley Lane, Pound Hill Infant Academy, Crawley, Crawley, RH10 7EB |
| Headteacher | Thomas Jordan |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 269 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.4% |
| School Capacity | 269 / 270 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Feb 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
51 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed90
292
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
97 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Crawley Lane, Pound Hill Infant Academy, Crawley
Crawley, RH10 7EB
Crawley Lane, Pound Hill Infant Academy, Crawley
Crawley, RH10 7EB
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