St John the Baptist Catholic Primary School
93%
Capacity
196
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About St John the Baptist Catholic Primary School
St John the Baptist 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 196 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St John the Baptist Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Carly Carden, it falls under Brighton and Hove local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 34% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13018th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 40th out of 40 in Brighton and Hove.
St John the Baptist Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 45 applications for 28 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
St John the Baptist Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the school (40 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 St John the Baptist Catholic Primary School include Library, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Cricket, Football, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Science Club, Book Club, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 41.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Brighton and Hove, St John the Baptist 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 | Whitehawk Hill Road, Brighton, Brighton and Hove, BN2 0AH |
| Headteacher | Carly Carden |
| Local Authority | Brighton and Hove |
| Number of Pupils | 196 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 41.8% |
| School Capacity | 196 / 210 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Sept 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Oct 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (34%)
13018th of 13,686
Nationally
1938th of 2,034
In South East
40th of 40
In Brighton and Hove
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
34%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
34%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
40 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
45
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 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 St John the Baptist Catholic Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Whitehawk Hill Road, Brighton
Brighton and Hove, BN2 0AH
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