Brighstone Church of England Aided Primary School — Primary School in Newport

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Brighstone Church of England Aided Primary School

Newport, PO30 4BB

85 Pupils

105 Capacity

4–11 Age Range

24.70% FSM %

48 Boys

37 Girls

About Brighstone Church of England Aided Primary School

Brighstone Church of England Aided Primary School is an Local authority maintained schools for pupils aged 4–11 based in Isle of Wight, South East. The school is mixed-gender and Open with a Church of England character.

It has 85 pupils on roll. School capacity: 105. Current headteacher: Rebecca Lennon.

All information is drawn from the GIAS dataset published by the Department for Education. School details including admissions and term dates should be verified with Isle of Wight or the school directly.

School Details

Establishment Type	Voluntary aided school
Type Group	Local authority maintained schools
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	Isle of Wight
Region	South East
Administrative District	Isle of Wight
Parliamentary Constituency	Isle of Wight West
Ward	Brighstone, Calbourne & Shalfleet
Urban / Rural	Larger rural: Further from 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	10070337
URN	118192
Data Last Updated	13-01-2026

Governors & Trustees (10)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mrs Sarah Turvill	Chair of Governors	25/05/2024	25/05/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Heather Fairclough	Governor	04/08/2025	26/09/2025	Foundation/sponsor members
Miss Zoe Goddard	Governor	06/05/2025	06/05/2027	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Rebecca Lennon	Governor	01/05/2020	01/05/2026	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Rev Jackie Maw	Governor	23/09/2022	22/09/2026	Ex-officio foundation governor (appointed by foundation by virtue of the office they hold)
Mr Brian Mitchell	Governor	06/12/2022	05/12/2025	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Emily Rufian	Governor	08/11/2022	07/11/2026	Parent appointed by GB/board due to no election candidates
Mr Tony Saunders	Governor	05/12/2023	04/12/2027	Nominated by LA and appointed by GB
Mrs Samantha Sharp	Governor	16/11/2022	15/11/2026	Elected by school staff
Mrs Kate Thornton	Governor	04/08/2025	03/08/2029	Appointed by foundation/Trust

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is Brighstone Church of England Aided Primary School?

Brighstone Church of England Aided Primary School is a Voluntary aided school (group: Local authority maintained schools) in Newport, Isle of Wight.

How many pupils does Brighstone Church of England Aided Primary School have?

Brighstone Church of England Aided Primary School has 85 pupils, with a capacity of 105.

What is the age range at Brighstone Church of England Aided Primary School?

Brighstone Church of England Aided Primary School caters for pupils aged 4 to 11.

Is Brighstone Church of England Aided Primary School a faith school?

Yes, Brighstone Church of England Aided Primary School has a Church of England religious character.

Who is the headteacher at Brighstone Church of England Aided Primary School?

The Head Teacher at Brighstone Church of England Aided Primary School is Mrs Rebecca Lennon.

Where is Brighstone Church of England Aided Primary School located?

Brighstone Church of England Aided Primary School is at New Road, Brighstone, Newport, PO30 4BB, in the Isle of Wight local authority, South East.

Does Brighstone Church of England Aided Primary School have a sixth form?

Sixth form at Brighstone Church of England Aided Primary School: Does not have a sixth form.

Is Brighstone Church of England Aided Primary School currently open?

Brighstone Church of England Aided Primary School is currently open.

Contact

Head Teacher

Mrs Rebecca Lennon

New Road, Brighstone, Newport, PO30 4BB

01983740285

www.brighstoneprimary.org.uk

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 118192

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026