Best Primary Schools in East Sussex 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 144 schools across East Sussex. Updated with 2025–26 data.

144

Total schools

Outstanding

10%

Outstanding rate

61.3%

Avg KS2 SATs

32.3

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	High Hurstwood Church of England Primary School Primary	Outstanding	83	View school
🥈	Ark Blacklands Primary Academy Primary	Outstanding	77	View school
🥉	Brede Primary School Primary	Good	77	View school
4.	St Peter and St Paul CofE Primary School Primary	Outstanding	77	View school
5.	Five Ashes CofE Primary School Primary	Good	76	View school
6.	Groombridge St Thomas' Church of England Primary School Primary	Outstanding	75	View school
7.	Breakwater Academy Primary	Good	75	View school
8.	Netherfield CofE Primary School Primary	Outstanding	73	View school
9.	Burwash CofE School Primary	Outstanding	73	View school
10.	Blackboys Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	72	View school
11.	High Cliff Academy Primary	Outstanding	72	View school
12.	Mark Cross Church of England Aided Primary School Primary	Good	71	View school
13.	Northiam Church of England Primary School and Nursery Primary	Good	71	View school
14.	Icklesham Church of England Primary School and Nursery Primary	Good	70	View school
15.	Catsfield Church of England Primary School Primary	Outstanding	70	View school
16.	Etchingham Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	70	View school
17.	Bonners CofE School Primary	Good	70	View school
18.	St John's Meads Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	69	View school
19.	Hamsey Community Primary School Primary	Good	69	View school
20.	Polegate Primary School Primary	Outstanding	68	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary schools are there in East Sussex?

There are 144 primary schools in East Sussex, of which 15 (10%) 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 High Hurstwood Church of England Primary 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?

10% of primary schools in East Sussex are rated Outstanding and 81% 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.