Sandown Primary School and Nursery
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 2-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | The Ridge Hastings East Sussex TN34 2AA |
| Phone | 01424436983 |
| Reference Number | 114447 |
Sandown Primary School and Nursery has demonstrated effective action to sustain the standards acknowledged in its previous inspection. The school fosters a nurturing and inclusive environment where pupils feel safe, valued, and engaged in their learning. With a robust focus on personal development, pupils excel academically and socially, with strong leadership opportunities allowing them to grow as responsible citizens. The school is well integrated into the local community, enhancing its supportive atmosphere for all learners.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 481 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 48.65%
Girls: 51.35% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 41.6% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 6.9% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 27.4 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 30 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 26.1 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 33 | 27 | 60 |
| 2 | 34 | 26 | 60 |
| 3 | 26 | 33 | 59 |
| 4 | 22 | 37 | 59 |
| 5 | 31 | 30 | 61 |
| 6 | 28 | 31 | 59 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 86.3% |
| White, Other | 2.5% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 2.5% |
| White & Asian | 1.7% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.7% |
| African | 1.5% |
| Asian, Other | 1% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.8% |
| Caribbean | 0.8% |
| Indian | 0.6% |
| Chinese | 0.2% |
| Unclassified | 0.2% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 28 Jan 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 28 Jan 2025 | School inspection |
| 10 Mar 2020 | School inspection |
| 11 May 2016 | Full inspection: |
| 10 Sep 2014 | Monitoring visit |
| 30 Apr 2014 | Full inspection: |
| 29 May 2012 | Full inspection: |
| 01 Nov 2011 | Monitoring visit |
| 28 Mar 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 02 Feb 2009 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 11 Mar 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 22 Sep 2003 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils consistently achieve strong outcomes each year.
- The school has high expectations for behaviour and personal development.
- The curriculum is well-sequenced and addresses the needs of all pupils.
- Strong focus on developing reading, writing, and mathematical fluency.
- Pupils receive excellent support for emotional and social needs.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent checks on pupils' understanding can slow learning progress.
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 81% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 10% |
Average Scaled Score
Results are converted into scaled scores to allow accurate comparisons of performance over time even if the difficulty of the test varies over time. Scaled scores range from 80 to 120.
| Subject | School | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 108 | ||
| Maths | 108 |
Progress Scores
A progress score is a way to measure how well a student progressed in comparison to other students of a similar starting ability. A score of zero means would mean that a student made the same progress as others that had a similar starting a ability. A positive score would mean that the student made more progress than other students of similar starting ability. The scores below are for the whole school so is the average progress score across all students.
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 2.8 | ||
| Writing | 1.5 | ||
| Maths | 4 |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 45 | 2 |
| Third Preference | 20 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
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Ore Village Primary Academy
Rye Road, Hastings, East Sussex, TN35 5DB |
0.22 miles |
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All Saints CofE Junior Academy
Githa Road, Hastings, East Sussex, TN35 5JU |
0.73 miles |
|
Dudley Infant Academy
Harold Road, Hastings, East Sussex, TN35 5NJ |
0.87 miles |
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Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Hastings
Old London Road, Hastings, East Sussex, TN35 5NA |
0.92 miles |
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The Baird Primary Academy
Parker Road, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 3TH |
0.96 miles |
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Ark Castledown Primary Academy
Priory Road, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 3QT |
1.07 miles |
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Torfield School
Croft Road, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 3JT |
1.08 miles |
|
Ark Blacklands Primary Academy
Osborne Close, Freshwater Avenue, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 2HU |
1.39 miles |
|
Guestling Bradshaw Church of England Primary School
Rye Road, Guestling, Hastings, East Sussex, TN35 4LS |
1.76 miles |
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St Paul's Church of England Academy
Horntye Road, St Leonards-on-Sea, East Sussex, TN37 6RT |
2.02 miles |
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St Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School
Magdalen Road, St Leonards-on-Sea, East Sussex, TN37 6EU |
2.18 miles |
|
Silverdale Primary Academy
Mulberry Silverdale Primary, Perth Road, St Leonards-On-Sea, TN37 7EA |
2.21 miles |
|
Ark Little Ridge Primary Academy
Little Ridge Avenue, St Leonards-on-Sea, East Sussex, TN37 7LR |
2.25 miles |
|
Christ Church CofE Primary and Nursery Academy
Woodland Vale Road, St Leonards-on-Sea, Hastings, East Sussex, TN37 6JJ |
2.3 miles |
|
Hollington Primary School
Hollington Old Lane, St. Leonards-on-Sea, TN38 9DS |
2.49 miles |
|
Westfield School
Main Road, Westfield, Hastings, East Sussex, TN35 4QE |
2.75 miles |
|
Churchwood Primary Academy
Church-in-the-Wood Lane, St Leonards-on-Sea, East Sussex, TN38 9PB |
2.98 miles |
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St Leonards Church of England Primary Academy
Collinswood Drive, St Leonards-on-Sea, East Sussex, TN38 0NX |
3.07 miles |
|
West St Leonards Primary Academy
Harley Shute Road, St Leonards-on-Sea, East Sussex, TN38 8BX |
3.28 miles |
|
Robsack Wood Primary Academy
Whatlington Way, St Leonards-on-Sea, East Sussex, TN38 9TE |
3.4 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
The Hastings Academy
Rye Road, Hastings, East Sussex, TN35 5DN |
0.5 miles |
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The Flagship School
The Ridge, Hastings, TN34 2AE |
1.16 miles |
|
Ark Alexandra Academy
Park Avenue, William Parker Campus, Park Avenue, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 2PG |
1.62 miles |
|
Buckswood School
Broomham Hall, Rye Road, Guestling, East Sussex, TN35 4LT |
2.42 miles |
|
Lansdowne Children's Centre
Care of: Children's Social Services, St Leonards-on-Sea, TN37 6LW |
2.47 miles |
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New Horizons School (Part of the Sabden Multi Academy Trust)
Beauchamp Road, St Leonards-on-Sea, East Sussex, TN38 9JU |
2.5 miles |
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Claremont School
Baldslow, St Leonards-on-Sea, East Sussex, TN37 7PW |
2.64 miles |
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Saxon Mount School
Edinburgh Road, St Leonards-on-Sea, East Sussex, TN38 8HH |
3.36 miles |
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Mulberry Academy St Leonards
Edinburgh Road, St Leonards-on-Sea, East Sussex, TN38 8HH |
3.38 miles |