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Balfour Primary School

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Balfour Primary School

Balfour Road, Brighton, BN1 6NE

Community school
Pupils
682
Ages
4-11
FSM
11.0%
Capacity
724
Ofsted
Good
Dec 2023

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading
87.0%
Writing
78.0%
Maths
84.0%
RWM Combined
71.0%

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About Balfour Primary School

Balfour Primary School is a primary school in Brighton, Brighton and Hove. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2023 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 71% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 682 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Balfour Road, Brighton, BN1 6NE | More schools in Brighton and Hove

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Balfour Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Dec 2023 — Good
  2. Jun 2021 — Taking effective action to tackle the areas…
  3. Mar 2021 — Leaders and those responsible for governanc…
  4. Feb 2020 — Requires improvement
  5. Nov 2017 — Requires improvement

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Balfour Primary School

What is Balfour Primary School's Ofsted rating?
Balfour Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.
What are Balfour Primary School's latest exam results?
Balfour Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 71% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Balfour Primary School located?
Balfour Primary School is a primary school in Brighton, Brighton and Hove (BN1 6NE).
How many pupils attend Balfour Primary School?
Balfour Primary School has around 682 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Balfour Primary School with other schools?
View Balfour Primary School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Brighton and Hove.