Southgate Primary

Southgate Primary is a primary academy for children aged 4 to 11 in Crawley, West Sussex. Serving 267 pupils across Early Years, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, the school is part of GLF Schools, a multi-academy trust working across southern England. Its ethos is shaped by the trust’s values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness, creating a welcoming environment in which pupils are encouraged to learn, develop and achieve their potential.

The school benefits from membership of a local cluster of primary schools, giving staff and pupils access to wider collaboration and shared expertise. As part of GLF Schools, which comprises 43 primary and secondary schools across seven local authority areas, Southgate Primary is connected to a broad professional network. This structure supports the sharing of effective practice, resources and ideas while allowing the school to remain responsive to the needs of its Crawley community.

Working at Southgate Primary offers the opportunity to join a vibrant and supportive team with a strong commitment to children’s education and welfare. Staff can benefit from collaborative working, professional development, defined career pathways and talent management across the trust. Additional benefits include the Local Government Pension Scheme, wellbeing initiatives, family-friendly policies, flexible working options where appropriate and access to a staff benefits portal, making the school an appealing setting for committed education professionals.