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What is Lindfield Primary Academy's Ofsted rating?

Lindfield Primary Academy was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted (inspected 2021).

Where is Lindfield Primary Academy located?

Lindfield Primary Academy is located in Haywards Heath, West Sussex, South East, RH16 2DX.

What age range does Lindfield Primary Academy serve?

Lindfield Primary Academy serves students aged 5 to 11.

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Lindfield Primary Academy — Ofsted Rating, Results & School Data

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About Lindfield Primary Academy

Lindfield Primary Academy is a primary academy in Haywards Heath, South East. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this academy and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.

In terms of academic performance, Lindfield Primary Academy has 72% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2.

The school has 330 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 15.6%, 2% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 4.4%.

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OfstedOutstanding · 2021KS2 expected72%Attendance95.6%

Profile completeness: 5 of 8 data domains · Good coverage

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Strong71% data coverage

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Latest government data shown is for the 2024/25 academic year; some figures cover earlier years.

Is it a fit?

What kind of school is Lindfield Primary Academy?

The practical facts that decide whether a school suits your family — at a glance.

Ages: 5–11
Intake: Co-ed
Admissions: Non-selective (state)
Character: Non-faith
Size: 330 pupils
SEN support: 15% of pupils

Likely a good fit for

Solid primary foundations — 72% reach the expected standard in reading, writing & maths.

Based on the latest government data. Every child is different — use this as a starting point, not a verdict.

In context — vs similar-intake schools

The area around this school

Environment score: 63/100

Good surroundings

Air quality71/100

Transport access20/100

Results, finance & Ofsted — in depth

Key Stage 2 Results at Lindfield Primary Academy

At Lindfield Primary Academy, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths combined at the end of Key Stage 2.

82% met the expected standard in reading and 83% in maths.

Attendance at Lindfield Primary Academy

Lindfield Primary Academy has an overall absence rate of 4.4%. The national average for primary schools was approximately 6.0% (DfE, 2023/24).

Staff and Finance at Lindfield Primary Academy

The teacher turnover rate at Lindfield Primary Academy is 15.6%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.

Demographics at Lindfield Primary Academy

Lindfield Primary Academy has 330 pupils on roll.

2% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.

15% of pupils receive SEN (Special Educational Needs) support or have an Education, Health and Care plan.

Lindfield Primary Academy Ofsted Rating: Outstanding

Lindfield Primary Academy was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted following an inspection in October 2021 (4 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Lindfield Primary Academy is overdue for reinspection.

An "Outstanding" rating means Ofsted found the quality of education, behaviour, personal development, and leadership to all be of the highest standard — the top grade Ofsted awarded under the graded system.

Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Lindfield Primary Academy's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.

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