School Compass
Handcross Primary School
Haywards Heath · West Sussex · RH17 6HB. primary · Community school · State-funded · Ages 2 to 11. Compare published figures with nearby schools, then print a visit pack — not a league table.
Published snapshot
Figures come from the same West Sussex index as the compare tool. Gaps are common — treat blanks as prompts to dig deeper, not as a verdict.
- Ofsted overall
- Good
- KS2 RWM expected
- 79%
- Attainment 8
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- English & maths 9–4
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Ofsted publication date: 09/07/2023. Open Ofsted report
Common questions
Short factual answers from published data — use the compare tool and a visit for fit, not tables alone.
What is Handcross Primary School's Ofsted rating?
Handcross Primary School has an overall Ofsted grade of Good (published 09/07/2023). Open the full report for context — a single grade is not a verdict on fit for your child.
What are Handcross Primary School's Key Stage 2 results?
Published DfE figures show 79% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (RWM) at the end of primary. Compare with neighbours in School Compass — not as a league table.
Where is Handcross Primary School?
Handcross Primary School is in Haywards Heath (RH17 6HB), West Sussex. URN 125932.
How do I compare Handcross Primary School with nearby schools?
Open School Compass with Handcross Primary School shortlisted, enter your home postcode, tick two to four neighbours, then compare side by side and print a visit pack. School Compass is parental compare — patterns to visit on, not a ranked verdict.
Inspection excerpt
Verbatim from the published report (School inspection School inspection · 23 May 2023). Open the full PDF for context.
Handcross Primary School continues to be a good school.
Official links
Source pages for tables and establishment details.
Other schools in Haywards Heath
26 schools on the Haywards Heath town page — shortlist a few, then compare side by side.
Citation
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Handcross Primary School
URN: 125932
Local authority: West Sussex
Town: Haywards Heath
Postcode: RH17 6HB
Ofsted overall: Good (09/07/2023)
DfE data period: 2024/2025
Index updated: 2026-07-31
Canonical: https://schoolcompass.uk/schools/125932/
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