Ticehurst and Flimwell Church of England Primary School
58%
Capacity
105
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Ticehurst and Flimwell Church of England Primary School
Ticehurst and Flimwell Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Rother community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 105 pupils on roll, operating at 58% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Ticehurst and Flimwell Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher David Hemsley, it falls under East Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 13% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13631st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 30th out of 30 in Rother.
Ticehurst and Flimwell Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 30 applications for 17 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
Ticehurst and Flimwell Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 76% recommending the school (17 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ticehurst and Flimwell Church of England Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Netball, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Chess, Science Club, Drama and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 55.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rother, Ticehurst and Flimwell Church of England 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 | Steellands Rise, Wadhurst, Rother, TN5 7DH |
| Headteacher | David Hemsley |
| Local Authority | East Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 105 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 55.2% |
| School Capacity | 105 / 180 (58% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Dec 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (17 Dec 2024): Some aspects not as strong
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Mar 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (13%)
13631st of 13,686
Nationally
2028th of 2,034
In South East
30th of 30
In Rother
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
13%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'23/24
13%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
17 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed17
30
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ticehurst and Flimwell Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Steellands Rise, Wadhurst
Rother, TN5 7DH
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