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Best 3 Primary schools in Mid Sussex – comparison

Comparison of primary schools: Lindfield Primary Academy (Primary) in Haywards Heath; Blackthorns Community Primary Academy (Primary) in Haywards Heath; Copthorne CofE Junior School (Primary) in Copthorne — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Lindfield Primary Academy, Blackthorns Community Primary Academy and Copthorne CofE Junior School. They are primary phase and academy converter and voluntary controlled school type located around Haywards Heath, West Sussex and Copthorne, West Sussex. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Lindfield Primary Academy), published Nov 2021. The lowest is 2 (Copthorne CofE Junior School), published Jul 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Copthorne CofE Junior School (Jul 2024). average roll around ≈ 350, combined total ≈ 1,100, typical FSM 5–10%, range 0–5%–15–20%; all within the UNIVERSITY OF BRIGHTON ACADEMIES TRUST trust.

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Lindfield Primary Academy
RH16 2DX
Phase / Type
Primary • Academy converter
Location
Haywards Heath
West Sussex
RH16 2DX
Ofsted
1 18 Nov 2021
Pupils
≈ 650 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
UNIVERSITY OF BRIGHTON ACADEMIES TRUST
Website
lindfieldprimaryacademy.org.uk
Telephone
01444482524
Blackthorns Community Primary Academy
RH16 2UA
Phase / Type
Primary • Academy converter
Location
Haywards Heath
West Sussex
RH16 2UA
Ofsted
1 31 Oct 2018
Pupils
≈ 200 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
0–5% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
UNIVERSITY OF BRIGHTON ACADEMIES TRUST
Website
www.blackthornsprimaryacademy.org.uk
Telephone
01444454866
Copthorne CofE Junior School
RH10 3RD
Phase / Type
Primary • Voluntary controlled school
Location
Copthorne
West Sussex
RH10 3RD
Ofsted
2 17 Jul 2024
Pupils
≈ 200 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
15–20% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
West Sussex (938)
Website
www.copthorne.w-sussex.sch.uk
Telephone
01342712372
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How are these comparisons built?
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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.
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