Buxted CofE Primary School
Hurstwood Road, Buxted, Uckfield, TN22 4BBOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Buxted CofE Primary School is a primary school in Uckfield for ages 4 to 11. It is one of the 214 schools in East Sussex. It ranks 108th of 129 primary schools in East Sussex. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in March 2014.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 27 March 2014, report published 29 April 2014
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 2 February 2023
This is a school where the youngest and oldest pupils play joyfully together. Everyone feels happy and safe. In this nurturing environment, expectations are high for all. Warm relationships ensure that behaviour is positive from the classroom to the playground. Pupils are not worried about bullying. On the very rare occasions it happens, leaders take concerns seriously and follow procedures to stop it. Pastoral care for pupils is a high priority, and all pupils can talk to trusted adults. Teachers enrich the curriculum with experiences such as trips to the opera, local woodland areas, castles and activity centres. Pupils enjoy frequent opportunities in sports festivals and competitions. Pupils are proud to represent their school in netball, basketball, athletics, swimming and cross country. They enjoy attending clubs, including choir, drama, football and tennis. Leaders ensure that everybody can attend. The 'Farmer John' outdoor learning club is particularly popular. Pupils love leading activities in church. They learn about democracy when electing school councillors. The 'Green team' promotes sustainability and environmental awareness across the school. Parents value opportunities to be involved in school life. Leaders organise regular open afternoons to celebrate pupils' learning. Summer concerts bring everyone together, including grandparents and local residents.
What the school should improve
- Pupils achieve more highly in reading and mathematics than in writing. Some pupils require more support with the presentation and accuracy of their written work. Leaders must continue their work to raise standards in writing.
- Playtimes are happy and safe, but there is a limited offer of activities. As a result, some pupils do not enjoy playtimes as much as they could. Staff should ensure that there are wider opportunities at playtime for pupils to enjoy.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
29 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
192 pupils on roll, with places for 210
Schools near Buxted CofE Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bonners CofE School & Nursery | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 76% met the expected standard |
| Manor Primary School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 63% met the expected standard |
| Rocks Park Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 71% met the expected standard |
| High Hurstwood Church of England Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 80% met the expected standard |
| Framfield Church of England Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted judgements: Requires improvement to good | 64% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mrs Karen Head
- Phone
- 01825733185
- Address
- Hurstwood Road, Buxted, Uckfield, TN22 4BB
- Local authority
- East Sussex
- URN
- 114493
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.