Moulsecoomb Primary School

A not judged academy sponsor led school in Brighton and Hove. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Moulsecoomb Primary School.

Brighton, BN24PA Ofsted: Not Judged Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

38

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
35.8
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 42.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
33.3
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 0.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
50.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Not Judged

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Not Judged
Overall effectiveness
Not Judged
Last inspected
1 October 2024
Previous grade
Inadequate
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
The Highway
Moulsecoomb
Brighton, BN24PA
Phone
1273605700
Website
moulsecoomb.brighton-hove.sch.uk/brighton-hove/primary/moulsecoomb

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
147680
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Address
The Highway, Moulsecoomb, Brighton, BN2 4PA
Website
https://moulsecoomb.brighton-hove.sch.uk/brighton-hove/primary/moulsecoomb
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
THE PIONEER ACADEMY
Capacity
607 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
180
Free School Meals
54.5% (98 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
3.9% (7 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
90.9%
Good
Persistent Absence
30.9%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
42.0%
Reading Score:
106.0
Maths Score:
102.0
Grammar Score:
97.0

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 102.0 106.0
2023 101.0 106.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
10 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
20
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
180 pupils
3-11

Performance Trend

Improving trend (+0.5 per year)

Up 0.5% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"We put children first, pioneering excellence and championing each and every child."

Adaptable Empathetic Resilient Collaborator Communicator Ethical Thinker Respectful

Head Teacher's Message

Amy Myers, Head of School, warmly welcomes visitors and describes Moulsecoomb Primary as an inclusive, caring learning community that aims to raise standards and change lives.

Facilities

Two halls used for indoor Physical Education, lunches, school productions and events. Three large playgrounds, including multi-use games pitch, with a trim trail and climbing tower. Outdoor learning spaces including a Fairy-tale Forest, geology trail, orchards, ponds, fields, rain garden and chickens. A unique collection of authentically built houses through time that bring history to life. A well-resourced computer room as well as each year group having their own set of laptops. Bike pump track. Beautiful woodland-themed, hand crafted library.

Wraparound Care

After-School Care: Yes

Opening hours including school clubs: 7:45am until 5:00pm

SEND Provision

The school provides support services including Family Worker, SENCO and Play Therapy counselling.

Admissions Criteria

Admissions to the school are determined by Brighton and Hove Local Authority. A copy of our Admissions Policy and Appeals can be found here.

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