Seymour Primary School
77%
Capacity
457
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Seymour Primary School
Seymour Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Crawley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 457 pupils on roll, operating at 77% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Seymour Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Emma Eardley & Carol Collins, it falls under West Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 82% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1234th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 21 in Crawley.
Seymour Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 99 applications for 59 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 57 were first-preference applications.
Seymour Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 94% recommending the school (63 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Seymour Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Athletics, Football, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Book Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.3%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Crawley, Seymour 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Seymour Road, Crawley, Crawley, RH11 9ES |
| Headteacher | Emma Eardley & Carol Collins |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 457 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.3% |
| School Capacity | 457 / 592 (77% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Nov 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (27 Nov 2024): Improved significantly
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jan 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (82%)
1234th of 13,686
Nationally
158th of 2,034
In South East
2nd of 21
In Crawley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
82%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
63 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
99
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
57 families put this school as their 1st choice (58% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Seymour Primary School
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Contact Information
Seymour Road, Crawley
Crawley, RH11 9ES
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