The Meads Primary School

About The Meads Primary School

We are a primary school located on the southern edge of East Grinstead, in an area of outstanding natural beauty. The school’s aim is to provide children with the best learning opportunities in order to reach their full potential, based on our strong values-led ethos and curriculum centred on Kindness, Respect, Community, Curiosity and Independence.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Nicole Essex

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.0

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 5.0

Student Wellbeing 5.0

Facilities 4.5

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

13.1

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

61.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

78.0%

Reading

Avg score: 106.0

70.0%

Maths

Avg score: 103.0

74.0%

Writing

Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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Helen M Unconfirmed

Parent Feb 14, 2023

5.0

"A wonderful school experience!"

We've been at The Meads Primary School for 6 years and it's been an absolute pleasure. The facilities are excellent, the staff are caring and supportive, and the values of kindness, respect and community are truly embedded in the school. My child has thrived here and we'll be sad to leave at the end of the year.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 4/5

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Liam R Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 18, 2022

5.0

"Excellent school with a great atmosphere!"

We've been at The Meads for 2 years now and we've been impressed by the school's focus on independence, curiosity and creativity. My child loves their classes and the teachers are always approachable and supportive. The school's facilities are also excellent, with plenty of space for play and learning.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sue T Unconfirmed

Parent Jan 20, 2022

4.0

"Good school, but room for improvement"

We used to be at The Meads Primary School when my child was in reception, and while we had a good experience, we've noticed a few things could be improved since our child moved up to year 2. The school's facilities are still excellent, but some of the teaching methods could be more engaging for older children. Overall, it's a good school, but could benefit from a bit more innovation.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 3/5

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