Queen's Park Primary School
75%
Capacity
315
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Queen's Park Primary School
Queen's Park Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Brighton and Hove community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 315 pupils on roll, operating at 75% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Queen's Park Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Emma Gale, it falls under Brighton and Hove local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10888th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 34th out of 40 in Brighton and Hove.
Queen's Park Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 78 applications for 38 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
Queen's Park Primary School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.3/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Queen's Park Primary School include Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Football, Cross Country, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Eco Club, Book Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 48.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Brighton and Hove, Queen's Park 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 | Park Street, Brighton, Brighton and Hove, BN2 0BN |
| Headteacher | Emma Gale |
| Local Authority | Brighton and Hove |
| Number of Pupils | 315 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 48.3% |
| School Capacity | 315 / 420 (75% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Oct 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10888th of 13,686
Nationally
1636th of 2,034
In South East
34th of 40
In Brighton and Hove
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
37%
'23/24
50%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed38
78
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Park Street, Brighton
Brighton and Hove, BN2 0BN
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