Southover CofE Primary School
86%
Capacity
270
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Southover CofE Primary School
Southover CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Lewes community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 270 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 315 places).
Ofsted has rated Southover CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Noel Fadden, it falls under East Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5918th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 23 in Lewes.
Southover CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 116 applications for 45 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 37 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Southover CofE Primary School include Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Library, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Tennis, Gymnastics, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lewes, Southover CofE 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Potters Lane, Lewes, Lewes, BN7 1JP |
| Headteacher | Noel Fadden |
| Local Authority | East Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 270 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.1% |
| School Capacity | 270 / 315 (86% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Jan 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (24 Jan 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 18 Oct 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
5918th of 13,686
Nationally
829th of 2,034
In South East
11th of 23
In Lewes
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
65%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
116
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
37 families put this school as their 1st choice (32% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Southover CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Potters Lane, Lewes
Lewes, BN7 1JP
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