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The Meads Primary School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

The Meads Primary School is a community primary school in East Grinstead, West Sussex , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 289 pupils, and a capacity of 320 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

289

Pupils

320

Capacity

90%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2015

The Meads Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for The Meads Primary School is set by West Sussex and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 90% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by West Sussex before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find West Sussex catchment area documents →

The Meads Primary School — School Information

Full address
The Meads Primary School, Mill Way, East Grinstead, RH19 4DD
Local authority
West Sussex
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
9.3% of pupils
DfE URN
125964

Other Primary Schools in East Grinstead

If The Meads Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in East Grinstead are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Meads Primary School

Is The Meads Primary School oversubscribed?

The Meads Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 320 places (90% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for The Meads Primary School?

Admission to The Meads Primary School is managed by West Sussex. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does The Meads Primary School cover?

The Meads Primary School is a primary school in East Grinstead, West Sussex, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for The Meads Primary School?

The Meads Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2015. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.