St Michael's Church of England Primary School
77%
Capacity
81
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About St Michael's Church of England Primary School
St Michael's Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Rother community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 81 pupils on roll, operating at 77% capacity.
Ofsted has rated St Michael's Church of England Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Lison Smart, it falls under East Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 38% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12752nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 29th out of 30 in Rother.
St Michael's Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 14 applications for 6 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 6 were first-preference applications.
St Michael's Church of England Primary School has good reviews on SchoolParrot (3.7/5 from 1 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 88% recommending the school (24 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Michael's Church of England Primary School include Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Library, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Tennis, Netball, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Coding, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.2%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rother, St Michael's Church of England 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Houghton Green Lane, Playden Rye, Rother, TN31 7PJ |
| Headteacher | Lison Smart |
| Local Authority | East Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 81 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.2% |
| School Capacity | 81 / 105 (77% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Apr 2025Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 May 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (38%)
12752nd of 13,686
Nationally
1891st of 2,034
In South East
29th of 30
In Rother
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
38%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
38%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
24 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed6
14
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
6 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Michael's Church of England Primary School
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
How to Choose a Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Houghton Green Lane, Playden Rye
Rother, TN31 7PJ
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