Best Primary & Secondary Schools in East Sussex 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 220 schools across East Sussex. Updated with 2025–26 data.

220

Total schools

Outstanding

11%

Outstanding rate

61.3%

Avg KS2 SATs

32.3

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Cumnor House School Not applicable	—	95	View school
🥈	Marlborough House Vinehall School Not applicable	—	95	View school
🥉	Skippers Hill Manor Preparatory School Not applicable	—	95	View school
4.	St Andrew's Prep Not applicable	—	95	View school
5.	Bede's Prep School Not applicable	—	95	View school
6.	Chailey Heritage School Not applicable	Outstanding	95	View school
7.	Glyne Gap School Not applicable	Outstanding	95	View school
8.	Torfield School Not applicable	Outstanding	95	View school
9.	The South Downs School Not applicable	Outstanding	95	View school
10.	Hazel Court School Not applicable	Outstanding	95	View school
11.	Ark Blacklands Primary Academy Primary	Outstanding	94	View school
12.	Brede Primary School Primary	Good	90	View school
13.	High Cliff Academy Primary	Outstanding	86	View school
14.	Ark Little Ridge Primary Academy Primary	Outstanding	84	View school
15.	Parkside Community Primary School Primary	Outstanding	84	View school
16.	Burwash CofE School Primary	Outstanding	84	View school
17.	Netherfield CofE Primary School Primary	Outstanding	84	View school
18.	Mayfield School Not applicable	—	82	View school
19.	Little Common School Primary	Outstanding	82	View school
20.	Blackboys Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	81	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary & secondary schools are there in East Sussex?

There are 220 primary & secondary schools in East Sussex, of which 24 (11%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in East Sussex?

Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in East Sussex is Cumnor House School. See the full ranked list above.

How do I apply for a school place in East Sussex?

Primary and secondary school applications in East Sussex are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the East Sussex council website for application forms and deadlines.

What is the average Ofsted rating in East Sussex?

11% of primary & secondary schools in East Sussex are rated Outstanding and 70% are rated Good. 78.6% are rated Good or Outstanding.

Data sourced from Ofsted, Department for Education, and ISI. School rankings reflect the Schools Near Me composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance, and pupil-teacher ratios. Last updated April 2026.