St Nicolas CofE Primary School
98%
Capacity
428
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About St Nicolas CofE Primary School
St Nicolas CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Brighton and Hove community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 428 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 436 places).
Ofsted has rated St Nicolas CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Andy Richbell, it falls under Brighton and Hove local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5419th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 40 in Brighton and Hove.
St Nicolas CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 121 applications for 52 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 49 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 Nicolas CofE Primary School include Forest School, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Rounders, Cross Country, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Art Club, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Brighton and Hove, St Nicolas 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 | Locks Hill, Brighton, Brighton and Hove, BN41 2LA |
| Headteacher | Andy Richbell |
| Local Authority | Brighton and Hove |
| Number of Pupils | 428 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.6% |
| School Capacity | 428 / 436 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Jan 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5419th of 13,686
Nationally
751st of 2,034
In South East
11th of 40
In Brighton and Hove
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
45%
'23/24
67%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed52
121
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
49 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Nicolas CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Locks Hill, Brighton
Brighton and Hove, BN41 2LA
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