Question 1

Is Cross-in-Hand Church of England Primary School a good school?

Accepted Answer

The latest published Ofsted inspection outcome is Good (inspection 20 April 2022; published 16 June 2022), with Good judgements across quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, leadership and management, and early years. In 2024, 71.67% met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths combined (England average 62%), with reading and maths scaled scores of 104.

Question 2

What are the fees at Cross-in-Hand Church of England Primary School?

Accepted Answer

This is a state-funded primary school with no tuition fees. Parents should budget for normal extras such as uniform, trips, and any paid clubs or wraparound care sessions.

Question 3

When is the application deadline for Reception entry (2026)?

Accepted Answer

For Reception entry in September 2027 in East Sussex, applications close on 15 January 2027, with offers issued on 16 April 2027. National offer day is 16 April 2027.

Question 4

Is Cross-in-Hand Church of England Primary School oversubscribed?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The provided admissions data shows 84 applications and 57 offers for the primary entry route, with an applications-to-offers ratio of 1.47 and an oversubscribed status.

Question 5

What are the KS2 results like at Cross-in-Hand Church of England Primary School?

Accepted Answer

In the 2025 primary dataset, 70% met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths combined. The higher standard measure in reading, writing and maths combined is 0%. Reading and maths scaled scores are both 107.

Question 6

Does the school offer breakfast club and after-school club?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The school publishes wraparound care provision from 7.15am to 6.00pm, including breakfast club in the morning and an after-school club that runs until 6.00pm.

Question 7

What clubs are available at Cross-in-Hand Church of England Primary School?

Accepted Answer

The school lists clubs including Choir, Drama, Diamond Dance, Gymnastics, Netball, Tag Rugby, Karate, Swimming, year-group football clubs, and hands-on options such as EzeeBlox and EzeeCrafts.

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