
St Leonards-on-Sea primary schools deliver consistent results, 91% of schools are rated Good or Outstanding, slightly above England's 82%. Ark Little Ridge Primary Academy, St Leonards Church of England Primary Academy, and St Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School are among the top-performing options, with 63% of pupils meeting expected standards in reading, writing and maths, closely matching the England average of 62%. The higher standard rate of 14% is notably above England's 82%, reflecting strong support for top performers. With 11 schools serving this coastal community, families across St Leonards have access to welcoming, family-focused schools with strong community ties. Use the map view to explore the schools and see which serve your neighbourhood.
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| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | Claremont School, St. Leonards-on-Sea | Independent | All-through | 1-18+ years | Mixed | None | - |
Independent • All-through • 1-18+ years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #6 | St Paul's Church of England Academy | State | Primary | 2-11 years | Mixed | Church of England | 7/10Good |
State • Primary • 2-11 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #2 | St Leonards Church of England Primary Academy | State | Primary | 5-11 years | Mixed | Church of England | 7/10Good |
State • Primary • 5-11 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #8 | Robsack Wood Primary Academy | State | Primary | 0-11 years | Mixed | None | 7/10Good |
| #9 | Hollington Primary School | State | Primary | 2-11 years | Mixed | None | 2.9/10Rebuilding |
| #10 | Churchwood Primary Academy | State | Primary | 2-11 years | Mixed | None | 8/10Excellent |
State • Primary • 0-11 years
State • Primary • 2-11 years
State • Primary • 2-11 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Ark Little Ridge Primary Academy | State | Primary | 4-11 years | Mixed | None | 10/10Elite |
State • Primary • 4-11 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #3 | St Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School | State | Primary | 4-11 years | Mixed | Catholic | 7/10Good |
State • Primary • 4-11 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #7 | Silverdale Primary Academy, St. Leonards-on-Sea | State | Primary | 5-11 years | Mixed | None | 7/10Good |
State • Primary • 5-11 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #4 | Christ Church CofE Primary and Nursery Academy | State | Primary | 2-11 years | Mixed | Church of England | 7.5/10Excellent |
State • Primary • 2-11 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #5 | West St Leonards Primary Academy | State | Primary | 5-11 years | Mixed | None | 8.9/10Excellent |
State • Primary • 5-11 years
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