St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School
100%
Capacity
217
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School
St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Brighton and Hove community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 217 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 218 places).
Ofsted has rated St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Claire Smith, it falls under Brighton and Hove local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4543rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 40 in Brighton and Hove.
St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 93 applications for 30 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 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 St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School include Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Athletics, Cricket, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Gardening, Film Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Brighton and Hove, St Bernadette's Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Preston Road, Brighton, Brighton and Hove, BN1 6UT |
| Headteacher | Claire Smith |
| Local Authority | Brighton and Hove |
| Number of Pupils | 217 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.6% |
| School Capacity | 217 / 218 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (10 Nov 2021): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 18 May 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4543rd of 13,686
Nationally
637th of 2,034
In South East
9th of 40
In Brighton and Hove
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
74%
'23/24
69%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
93
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
36 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Preston Road, Brighton
Brighton and Hove, BN1 6UT
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