St Peter's Catholic Primary School
96%
Capacity
202
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About St Peter's Catholic Primary School
St Peter's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Mid Sussex community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 202 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Peter's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mary Claffey, it falls under West Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9989th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 30 in Mid Sussex.
St Peter's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 57 applications for 22 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
St Peter's Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 94% recommending the school (79 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Peter's Catholic Primary School include Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Forest School, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Football, Rounders, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 4.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Mid Sussex, St Peter'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 | Chapmans Lane, East Grinstead, Mid Sussex, RH19 1JB |
| Headteacher | Mary Claffey |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 202 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 4.0% |
| School Capacity | 202 / 210 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Oct 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (9 Oct 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Jul 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
9989th of 13,686
Nationally
1487th of 2,034
In South East
22nd of 30
In Mid Sussex
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
79 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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
57
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 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 Peter's Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Chapmans Lane, East Grinstead
Mid Sussex, RH19 1JB
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