Sheddingdean Community Primary School
99%
Capacity
208
Pupils
3.7x
Demand
About Sheddingdean Community Primary School
Sheddingdean Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Mid Sussex community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 208 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Sheddingdean Community Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Hannah Riley, it falls under West Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5337th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 30 in Mid Sussex.
Sheddingdean Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 112 applications for 30 places, making it 3.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Sheddingdean Community Primary School include Library, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Forest School, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Netball, Dance, Football and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Eco Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Mid Sussex, Sheddingdean Community 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 | Petworth Drive, Burgess Hill, Mid Sussex, RH15 8JT |
| Headteacher | Hannah Riley |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 208 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.5% |
| School Capacity | 208 / 210 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5337th of 13,686
Nationally
738th of 2,034
In South East
10th of 30
In Mid Sussex
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
112
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (26% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Petworth Drive, Burgess Hill
Mid Sussex, RH15 8JT
Journey to School
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