St Wilfrid's CofE Primary School
96%
Capacity
405
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About St Wilfrid's CofE Primary School
St Wilfrid's CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Mid Sussex community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 405 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated St Wilfrid's CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Simon Hateley, it falls under West Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8360th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 30 in Mid Sussex.
St Wilfrid's CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 141 applications for 60 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 50 were first-preference applications.
St Wilfrid's CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 92% recommending the school (104 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 Wilfrid's CofE Primary School include Library, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Rounders, Football, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Chess, Science Club, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Mid Sussex, St Wilfrid's 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 | Eastern Road, Haywards Heath, Mid Sussex, RH16 3NL |
| Headteacher | Simon Hateley |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 405 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.6% |
| School Capacity | 405 / 420 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jun 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Jun 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 May 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8360th of 13,686
Nationally
1242nd of 2,034
In South East
19th of 30
In Mid Sussex
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
58%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
104 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
141
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
50 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Wilfrid's CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Eastern Road, Haywards Heath
Mid Sussex, RH16 3NL
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