The Gattons Infant School
90%
Capacity
244
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About The Gattons Infant School
The Gattons Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Mid Sussex community, welcoming children from age 5 to 7. The school has 244 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 270 places).
Ofsted has rated The Gattons Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Gospel, it falls under West Sussex local authority.
The Gattons Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 145 applications for 89 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 87 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Gattons Infant School include Art Studios, Library, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Swimming, Cricket, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Gardening, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Mid Sussex, The Gattons Infant 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Royal George Road, Burgess Hill, Mid Sussex, RH15 9SL |
| Headteacher | Sarah Gospel |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 244 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.0% |
| School Capacity | 244 / 270 (90% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed89
145
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
87 families put this school as their 1st choice (60% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Royal George Road, Burgess Hill
Mid Sussex, RH15 9SL
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