Punnetts Town Community Primary and Nursery School
120%
Capacity
126
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Punnetts Town Community Primary and Nursery School
Punnetts Town Community Primary and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wealden community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 126 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (120% of 105 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Punnetts Town Community Primary and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Claire Kinsella, it falls under East Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 27% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13394th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 47th out of 48 in Wealden.
Punnetts Town Community Primary and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 31 applications for 12 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 11 were first-preference applications.
Punnetts Town Community Primary and Nursery School has good reviews on SchoolParrot (3.5/5 from 1 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 97% recommending the school (37 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Hearing Impairment and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Punnetts Town Community Primary and Nursery School include Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Swimming, Tennis, Cricket, as well as clubs including Chess, Gardening, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 4.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wealden, Punnetts Town Community Primary and Nursery 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 | Battle Road, Heathfield, Wealden, TN21 9DE |
| Headteacher | Claire Kinsella |
| Local Authority | East Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 126 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 4.0% |
| School Capacity | 126 / 105 (120% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (27%)
13394th of 13,686
Nationally
1996th of 2,034
In South East
47th of 48
In Wealden
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
27%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
27%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
37 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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed12
31
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
11 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Punnetts Town Community Primary and Nursery School
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Contact Information
Battle Road, Heathfield
Wealden, TN21 9DE
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