Cross-in-Hand Church of England Primary School — Primary School in Heathfield

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Cross-in-Hand Church of England Primary School

Heathfield, TN21 0XG

385 Pupils

420 Capacity

5–11 Age Range

14.10% FSM %

203 Boys

182 Girls

About Cross-in-Hand Church of England Primary School

Cross-in-Hand Church of England Primary School is a Primary Local authority maintained schools serving Heathfield and the surrounding area in East Sussex with a Church of England character. The school for pupils aged 5–11 is part of the South East region.

It has 385 pupils on roll. School capacity: 420. Current headteacher: Richard Blakeley.

Information on Cross-in-Hand Church of England Primary School is sourced from the DfE GIAS database, the authoritative register of all schools and educational establishments in England.

School Details

Establishment Type	Voluntary controlled school
Type Group	Local authority maintained schools
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	East Sussex
Region	South East
Administrative District	Wealden
Parliamentary Constituency	Sussex Weald
Ward	Heathfield North
Urban / Rural	Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Not applicable
Religious Character	Church of England
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	No boarders
Sixth Form	Does not have a sixth form
Nursery Provision	No Nursery Classes
UKPRN	10071019
URN	114496
Data Last Updated	10-03-2026

Governors & Trustees (12)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mr John Lee	Chair of Governors	05/09/2023	04/09/2027	Elected by parents
Mr Mark Atkinson	Governor	18/11/2024	17/11/2028	Nominated by LA and appointed by GB
Mr Richard Blakeley	Governor	01/09/2025	—	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Mrs Philippa Clarke	Governor	31/01/2025	30/01/2029	Foundation/sponsor members
Mrs Elizabeth Delves	Governor	05/09/2023	04/09/2027	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Stephanie Gardiner	Governor	16/09/2024	31/08/2025	Elected by school staff
Mrs Hanne Gouveia	Governor	21/12/2021	20/12/2025	Appointed by GB/board
Mr Carl Gouveia	Governor	29/09/2025	28/09/2029	Appointed by GB/board
The Revd Simon Hobbs	Governor	02/12/2024	—	Ex-officio foundation governor (appointed by foundation by virtue of the office they hold)
Mr John Lee	Governor	06/12/2025	06/12/2029	Elected by parents
Mrs Sarah Massheder	Governor	01/09/2015	31/08/2025	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Mrs Laura Powell	Governor	06/12/2025	06/12/2029	Elected by parents

Schools Nearby

Parkside Community Primary School

1.74 km • Heathfield

Other

All Saints' and St Richard's Church of England Primary School

2.42 km • Heathfield

Other

Heathfield Community College

2.49 km • Heathfield

Other

Maynards Green Community Primary School

2.7 km • Heathfield

Other

St Mary's School

3.12 km • Heathfield

Other

Five Ashes CofE Primary School

4.12 km • Mayfield

Other

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is Cross-in-Hand Church of England Primary School?

Cross-in-Hand Church of England Primary School is a Voluntary controlled school (group: Local authority maintained schools) in Heathfield, East Sussex.

How many pupils does Cross-in-Hand Church of England Primary School have?

Cross-in-Hand Church of England Primary School has 385 pupils, with a capacity of 420.

What is the age range at Cross-in-Hand Church of England Primary School?

Cross-in-Hand Church of England Primary School caters for pupils aged 5 to 11.

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

Yes, Cross-in-Hand Church of England Primary School has a Church of England religious character.

Who is the headteacher at Cross-in-Hand Church of England Primary School?

The Headteacher at Cross-in-Hand Church of England Primary School is Mr Richard Blakeley.

Where is Cross-in-Hand Church of England Primary School located?

Cross-in-Hand Church of England Primary School is at Sheepsetting Lane, Cross in Hand, Heathfield, TN21 0XG, in the East Sussex local authority, South East.

Does Cross-in-Hand Church of England Primary School have a sixth form?

Sixth form at Cross-in-Hand Church of England Primary School: Does not have a sixth form.

Is Cross-in-Hand Church of England Primary School currently open?

Cross-in-Hand Church of England Primary School is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mr Richard Blakeley

Sheepsetting Lane, Cross in Hand, Heathfield, TN21 0XG

01435862941

www.crossinhandschool.com/

Location

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Quick Summary

URN 114496

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026