Best 3 Primary schools in Brighton and Hove – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of primary schools: St Luke's Primary School (Primary) in Brighton; Middle Street Primary School (Primary) in Brighton; St Martin's CofE Primary School (Primary) in Brighton — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares St Luke's Primary School, Middle Street Primary School and St Martin's CofE Primary School. They are primary phase and community school and voluntary aided school type located around Brighton, East Sussex. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (St Luke's Primary School), published Nov 2013. The lowest is 2 (Middle Street Primary School), published Jul 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Middle Street Primary School (Jul 2024). average roll around ≈ 350, combined total ≈ 1,000, typical FSM 25–30%, range 15–20%–35–40%; all under Brighton and Hove local authority.

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Attribute	St Luke's Primary School BN2 9ZF	Middle Street Primary School BN1 1AL	St Martin's CofE Primary School BN2 3LJ
Phase / Type	Primary • Community school	Primary • Community school	Primary • Voluntary aided school
Location	Brighton East Sussex BN2 9ZF	Brighton East Sussex BN1 1AL	Brighton East Sussex BN2 3LJ
Latest Ofsted	1 6 Nov 2013	2 11 Jul 2024	2 1 Jul 2024
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 650 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 200 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 200 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	15–20% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	30–35% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	35–40% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	630	210	210
Capacity utilisation	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	Brighton and Hove (846)	Brighton and Hove (846)	Brighton and Hove (846)
Website	www.stlukes.brighton-hove.sch.uk	www.middlestreet.brighton-hove.sch.uk	www.stmartins.brighton-hove.sch.uk
Telephone	01273675080	01273323184	01273707114
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

St Luke's Primary School

BN2 9ZF

Phase / Type: Primary • Community school
Location: Brighton
East Sussex
BN2 9ZF
Ofsted: 1 6 Nov 2013
Pupils: ≈ 650 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 15–20% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Brighton and Hove (846)
Website: www.stlukes.brighton-hove.sch.uk
Telephone: 01273675080

Middle Street Primary School

BN1 1AL

Phase / Type: Primary • Community school
Location: Brighton
East Sussex
BN1 1AL
Ofsted: 2 11 Jul 2024
Pupils: ≈ 200 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 30–35% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Brighton and Hove (846)
Website: www.middlestreet.brighton-hove.sch.uk
Telephone: 01273323184

St Martin's CofE Primary School

BN2 3LJ

Phase / Type: Primary • Voluntary aided school
Location: Brighton
East Sussex
BN2 3LJ
Ofsted: 2 1 Jul 2024
Pupils: ≈ 200 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 35–40% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Brighton and Hove (846)
Website: www.stmartins.brighton-hove.sch.uk
Telephone: 01273707114

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.