Staplecross Methodist Primary School
80%
Capacity
84
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Staplecross Methodist Primary School
Staplecross Methodist Primary School is a state-funded Methodist primary school serving the Rother community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 84 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated Staplecross Methodist Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Meeds, 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 12692nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 28th out of 30 in Rother.
Staplecross Methodist Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 21 applications for 9 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 9 were first-preference applications.
Staplecross Methodist Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (33 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Staplecross Methodist Primary School include ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Library, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Football, Athletics, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Eco Club, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.8%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rother, Staplecross Methodist 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 | Methodist |
| Address | Bodiam Road, Bodiam Road, Robertsbridge, Rother, TN32 5QD |
| Headteacher | Joanne Meeds |
| Local Authority | East Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 84 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.8% |
| School Capacity | 84 / 105 (80% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (38%)
12692nd of 13,686
Nationally
1881st of 2,034
In South East
28th 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
82%
'23/24
38%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
33 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
2025/26Oversubscribed9
21
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
9 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 Staplecross Methodist Primary School
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Contact Information
Bodiam Road, Bodiam Road, Robertsbridge
Rother, TN32 5QD
Bodiam Road, Bodiam Road, Robertsbridge
Rother, TN32 5QD
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