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St Margaret's CofE Primary School, Rottingdean

Whiteway Lane, Rottingdean, Brighton, BN2 7HB

Voluntary aided school · Ages 5–11 · Mixed

Ofsted

Good

Jun 2016

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Academic picture

65% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (KS2, 2024/25).

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St Margaret's CofE Primary School, Rottingdean, Brighton

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

73.0%

Writing

88.0%

Maths

81.0%

RWM Combined

65.0%

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Nearby primary schools

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Our Lady of Lourdes RC School

0.27 km away · Voluntary aided school

Good

Saltdean Primary School

1.13 km away · Community school

Good

Rudyard Kipling Primary School & Nursery

2.9 km away · Community school

Good

Telscombe Cliffs Academy

3.22 km away · Academy sponsor led

Requires improvement

Peacehaven Heights Academy

3.84 km away · Academy sponsor led

Good

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About St Margaret's CofE Primary School, Rottingdean

St Margaret's CofE Primary School, Rottingdean is a primary school in Brighton, Brighton and Hove. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2016 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 90 responses), 96% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 65% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 176 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Whiteway Lane, Brighton, BN2 7HB | More schools in Brighton and Hove

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for St Margaret's CofE Primary School, Rottingdean, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Apr 2025 — Standards maintained
Feb 2020 — School remains Good
Jun 2016 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about St Margaret's CofE Primary School, Rottingdean

What is St Margaret's CofE Primary School, Rottingdean's Ofsted rating?

St Margaret's CofE Primary School, Rottingdean received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2016 inspection.

What do parents say about St Margaret's CofE Primary School, Rottingdean?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 90 responses): 96% of parents would recommend St Margaret's CofE Primary School, Rottingdean.

What are St Margaret's CofE Primary School, Rottingdean's latest exam results?

St Margaret's CofE Primary School, Rottingdean: KS2 2024/25: 65% met expected standard in RWM. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is St Margaret's CofE Primary School, Rottingdean located?

St Margaret's CofE Primary School, Rottingdean is a primary school in Brighton, Brighton and Hove (BN2 7HB).

How many pupils attend St Margaret's CofE Primary School, Rottingdean?

St Margaret's CofE Primary School, Rottingdean has around 176 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

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