Patcham Infant School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 3-7 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Highview Avenue South Brighton East Sussex BN1 8WW |
| Reference Number | 114373 |
Patcham Infant School has shown a good level of performance overall in its first inspection after being rated outstanding 14 years ago. There is a strong emphasis on personal development, with a culture that embraces individual liberty and inclusivity among pupils. The community values are evident, as pupils engage in activities that promote citizenship and healthy relationships. Most pupils are motivated and enjoy learning, contributing positively to their environment, though leaders recognize that there are areas requiring improvement to ensure every pupil can achieve their best.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 278 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 52.52%
Girls: 47.48% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 10.6% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 7.2% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 23.4 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 27.8 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 38 | 45 | 83 |
| 2 | 44 | 45 | 89 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 81.3% |
| White & Asian | 3.2% |
| White & Black (African) | 2.9% |
| Asian, Other | 2.9% |
| White, Other | 2.5% |
| Mixed, Other | 2.2% |
| Indian | 0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.7% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.4% |
| Unclassified | 0.4% |
| Caribbean | 0.4% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 23 Nov 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 23 Nov 2022 | School inspection: |
| 10 Dec 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 12 Oct 2005 | Full inspection: |
| 06 Nov 2000 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong culture of appreciating individual liberty
- Effective provision for personal development
- High expectations set by leaders
- Inclusive activities encourage teamwork and social skills
- Strong emphasis on reading and language development
- Staff provide effective support for pupils with SEND
- Pupils demonstrate positive attitudes and good behaviour
Areas for Improvement
- Variable subject knowledge among some teachers
- Inconsistent checking of pupils' understanding before introducing new concepts
- Processes for recording safeguarding incidents could be more robust
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 62 | 8 |
| Third Preference | 22 | 2 |
| From another Local Authority | 1 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Patcham Junior School
Ladies Mile Road, Patcham, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 8TA |
0.23 miles |
|
Westdene Primary School
Bankside, Westdene, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 5GN |
0.69 miles |
|
Carden Nursery and Primary School
County Oak Avenue, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 8LU |
0.81 miles |
|
Balfour Primary School
Balfour Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 6NE |
1 miles |
|
St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School
Preston Road, Withdean, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 6UT |
1.03 miles |
|
Hertford Primary School
Lynchet Close, Brighton, BN1 7FP |
1.44 miles |
|
Lancing College Preparatory School At Hove
The Droveway, Hove, BN3 6LU |
1.49 miles |
|
Coldean Primary School
Kenwards, Coldean, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 9EN |
1.54 miles |
|
Stanford Infant School
Highcroft Villas, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 5PS |
1.63 miles |
|
Downs Junior School
Rugby Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 6ED |
1.64 miles |
|
Bilingual Primary School - Brighton & Hove
The Droveway, Hove, Brighton and Hove, East Sussex, BN3 7QA |
1.7 miles |
|
Windlesham School
190 Dyke Road, Brighton, E Sussex, BN1 5AA |
1.72 miles |
|
Downs Infant School
Ditchling Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 6JA |
1.74 miles |
|
Stanford Junior School
Stanford Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 5PR |
1.77 miles |
|
Cottesmore St Mary's Catholic Primary School
The Upper Drive, Hove, East Sussex, BN3 6NB |
1.78 miles |
|
Moulsecoomb Primary School
The Highway, Moulsecoomb, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 4PA |
1.81 miles |
|
Aldrington CofE Primary School
Eridge Road, Hove, East Sussex, BN3 7QD |
1.83 miles |
|
Coombe Road Primary School
Milner Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 4BP |
1.99 miles |
|
West Blatchington Primary and Nursery School
Hangleton Way, Hove, East Sussex, BN3 8BN |
2.01 miles |
|
St Martin's CofE Primary School
Hartington Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 3LJ |
2.06 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Patcham High School
Ladies Mile Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 8PB |
0.16 miles |
|
Varndean College
Surrenden Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 6WQ |
0.7 miles |
|
Dorothy Stringer School
Loder Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 6PZ |
0.88 miles |
|
Varndean School
Balfour Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 6NP |
0.89 miles |
|
Cardinal Newman Catholic School
The Upper Drive, Hove, East Sussex, BN3 6ND |
1.75 miles |
|
Blatchington Mill School
Nevill Avenue, Hove, East Sussex, BN3 7BW |
1.86 miles |
|
Brighton Hove and Sussex Sixth Form College
205 Dyke Road, Hove, East Sussex, BN3 6EG |
1.9 miles |
|
Drive Preparatory School
101 The Drive, Hove, East Sussex, BN3 6GE |
1.95 miles |
|
Hove Park School and Sixth Form Centre
Nevill Road, Hove, East Sussex, BN3 7BN |
2 miles |
|
King's School
Hangleton Way, Hove, BN3 8BN |
2 miles |
|
The Montessori Place
45 Cromwell Road, Hove, East Sussex, BN3 3ER |
2.11 miles |
|
Kings Brighton
27-33 Ditchling Road, Brighton, BN1 4SB |
2.21 miles |
|
Brighton Aldridge Community Academy
Lewes Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 9PW |
2.33 miles |
|
Brighton Girls GDST
|
2.35 miles |
|
The Lioncare School
87 Payne Avenue, Hove, East Sussex, BN3 5HD |
2.48 miles |
|
Brighton and Hove Clinic School
14-18 New Church Road, Hove, East Sussex, BN3 4FH |
2.68 miles |
|
Brighton College
Eastern Road, Brighton, BN2 0AL |
3.03 miles |
|
Hamilton Lodge School and College for Deaf Children
Walpole Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 0LS |
3.04 miles |
|
Hill Park School
Foredown Road, Portslade, Brighton, East Sussex, BN41 2FU |
3.27 miles |
|
Downs View Special School
Warren Road, Woodingdean, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 6BB |
3.49 miles |