Southgate Primary
78%
Capacity
280
Pupils
3.8x
Demand
About Southgate Primary
Southgate Primary is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Crawley community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 280 pupils on roll, operating at 78% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Southgate Primary "Good", the school is led by headteacher Charlotte Taylor, it falls under West Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 33% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13093rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 21 in Crawley.
Southgate Primary is a popular choice with families — it received 110 applications for 29 places, making it 3.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Southgate Primary include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Forest School, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Tennis, Athletics, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Crawley, Southgate Primary 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 | Barrington Road, Crawley, Crawley, RH10 6DG |
| Headteacher | Charlotte Taylor |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 280 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 35.7% |
| School Capacity | 280 / 360 (78% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (33%)
13093rd of 13,686
Nationally
1952nd of 2,034
In South East
21st of 21
In Crawley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
33%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
110
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (23% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Barrington Road, Crawley
Crawley, RH10 6DG
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