Northiam Church of England Primary School and Nursery — Primary School in Rye

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Northiam Church of England Primary School and Nursery

Rye, TN31 6NB

150 Pupils

108 Capacity

2–11 Age Range

20.50% FSM %

88 Boys

62 Girls

About Northiam Church of England Primary School and Nursery

Northiam Church of England Primary School and Nursery is a mixed-gender Academies located in Rye, East Sussex, in the South East region of England for pupils aged 2–11 with a Church of England character. It currently has a status of Open.

It has 150 pupils on roll. School capacity: 108. Current headteacher: Julia Bray.

This profile is based on official data from the Department for Education (DfE) Get Information About Schools (GIAS) register, updated March 2026.

School Details

Establishment Type	Academy converter
Type Group	Academies
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	East Sussex
Region	South East
Administrative District	Rother
Parliamentary Constituency	Bexhill and Battle
Ward	Northern Rother
Urban / Rural	Smaller rural: 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
Trust / Sponsor	DIOCESE OF CHICHESTER ACADEMY TRUST
Inspectorate	Not applicable
Opened	01-01-2022
UKPRN	10089111
URN	148742
Data Last Updated	13-01-2026

Governors & Trustees (10)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Judith Koral	Chair of Local Governing Body	21/09/2022	20/09/2026	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Rev Kate Bailey	Local Governor	19/05/2023	18/05/2027	Ex-officio foundation governor (appointed by foundation by virtue of the office they hold)
Ms Sandra Benhamou	Local Governor	27/03/2025	26/03/2029	Elected by school staff
Troy Benn	Local Governor	18/11/2022	17/11/2026	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mr Graham Bibby	Local Governor	25/05/2024	24/05/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Julia Bray	Local Governor	07/04/2020	—	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Gabby Chamberlain	Local Governor	28/02/2022	27/02/2026	Elected by parents
Tracy Dallimore	Local Governor	25/04/2023	05/11/2025	Elected by parents
Ms Mandy Doran	Local Governor	13/09/2025	12/09/2029	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mr Alexander Loveday	Local Governor	27/03/2025	26/03/2029	Elected by school staff

Schools Nearby

Frewen College

0.24 km • Rye

Other

Beckley Church of England Primary School

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Sandhurst Primary School

5 km • Cranbrook

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is Northiam Church of England Primary School and Nursery?

Northiam Church of England Primary School and Nursery is a Academy converter (group: Academies) in Rye, East Sussex.

How many pupils does Northiam Church of England Primary School and Nursery have?

Northiam Church of England Primary School and Nursery has 150 pupils, with a capacity of 108.

What is the age range at Northiam Church of England Primary School and Nursery?

Northiam Church of England Primary School and Nursery caters for pupils aged 2 to 11.

Is Northiam Church of England Primary School and Nursery a faith school?

Yes, Northiam Church of England Primary School and Nursery has a Church of England religious character.

Who is the headteacher at Northiam Church of England Primary School and Nursery?

The Head of School at Northiam Church of England Primary School and Nursery is Mrs Julia Bray.

Where is Northiam Church of England Primary School and Nursery located?

Northiam Church of England Primary School and Nursery is at Main Street, Northiam, Rye, TN31 6NB, in the East Sussex local authority, South East.

Does Northiam Church of England Primary School and Nursery have a sixth form?

Sixth form at Northiam Church of England Primary School and Nursery: Does not have a sixth form.

Is Northiam Church of England Primary School and Nursery currently open?

Northiam Church of England Primary School and Nursery is currently open.

Contact

Head of School

Mrs Julia Bray

Main Street, Northiam, Rye, TN31 6NB

01797252141

www.northiamcep.e-sussex.sch.uk

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 148742

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026