The Windmills Junior School
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About The Windmills Junior School
The Windmills Junior School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Mid Sussex community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 359 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 360 places).
Ofsted has rated The Windmills Junior School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sam Page, it falls under West Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5991st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 30 in Mid Sussex.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Windmills Junior School include Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Rounders, Swimming, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Science Club, Chess, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Mid Sussex, The Windmills Junior 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 | 7 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Dale Avenue, Hassocks, Mid Sussex, BN6 8LS |
| Headteacher | Sam Page |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 359 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.2% |
| School Capacity | 359 / 360 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Source: Ofsted, 8 Dec 2021. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
5991st of 13,686
Nationally
841st of 2,034
In South East
12th of 30
In Mid Sussex
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Windmills Junior School
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Contact Information
Dale Avenue, Hassocks
Mid Sussex, BN6 8LS
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