South Malling CofE Primary and Nursery School
97%
Capacity
228
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About South Malling CofE Primary and Nursery School
South Malling CofE Primary and Nursery School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Lewes community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 228 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated South Malling CofE Primary and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Charlotte Roberts, it falls under East Sussex 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 10790th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 23 in Lewes.
South Malling CofE Primary and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 74 applications for 29 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 39 were first-preference applications.
South Malling CofE Primary and Nursery School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 98% recommending the school (87 responses).
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 South Malling CofE Primary and Nursery School include Outdoor Playground, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Swimming, Cross Country, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Science Club, Eco Club, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lewes, South Malling CofE 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Church Lane, Lewes, Lewes, BN7 2HS |
| Headteacher | Charlotte Roberts |
| Local Authority | East Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 228 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.9% |
| School Capacity | 228 / 236 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 May 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10790th of 13,686
Nationally
1621st of 2,034
In South East
16th of 23
In Lewes
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
51%
'23/24
50%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
87 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
74
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
39 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About South Malling CofE Primary and Nursery School
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Contact Information
Church Lane, Lewes
Lewes, BN7 2HS
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Opening Hours
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