East Sussex Academy is an alternative provision academy in Hailsham, East Sussex, for children and young people aged 4 to 16.
- Ages 4–16
- 120 pupils
- Ofsted: Inadequate
School details
- Type
- Alternative provision academy
- Ages
- 4 to 16
- Boys and girls
- Boys and girls
- Pupils
- 120 (places for 140)
- Headteacher
- Mr Guy Walsh
- Part of
- London South East Academies Trust
- Opened
- 1 September 2025
- Free school meals
- 62.5% of pupils eligible
- Council
- East Sussex
- School reference (URN)
- 152095
How to get a place
3 steps
- Talk to your child’s school or the council
Places in alternative provision are usually arranged by your child’s current school or East Sussex council, rather than applied for directly.
- If your child has an EHC plan
The placement should be agreed through the plan, with you involved in the decision.
- Get free, independent advice
Your local SENDIASS can explain your options and come to meetings with you.
Questions to ask when you visit
8 questions to tick off as you go
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Ofsted
Special measures. Rated Inadequate, February 2024
Ofsted has placed this school in special measures.
Rated Inadequate at its last graded inspection, in February 2024.
- Quality of educationInadequate
- Behaviour and attitudesInadequate
- Personal developmentInadequate
- Leadership and managementInadequate
- SafeguardingNot effective
Contact and getting there
Oaklands Way, Hailsham, BN27 3NW
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Directions: Walk Public transport Drive
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Other SEND schools nearby
- Hailsham Academy Mainstream + base · Ages 2–16 · Ofsted: Inadequate 0.9 miles
- Grovelands Community Primary School Mainstream + base · Ages 2–11 · Ofsted: Good 0.9 miles
- The Ropemakers' Academy Special school · Ages 4–16 · Ofsted: Good 1.0 mile
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Questions about East Sussex Academy
How do I get a place at East Sussex Academy?
Places at East Sussex Academy are usually arranged by your child’s current school or East Sussex council rather than applied for directly. If your child has an EHC plan, the placement should be agreed through it.
What ages does East Sussex Academy take?
Aged 4 to 16, boys and girls.
What is East Sussex Academy’s Ofsted rating?
Rated Inadequate by Ofsted in February 2024 at its last graded inspection. Newer inspections no longer give a single overall grade, so read the latest report for the full picture.
Where is East Sussex Academy?
Oaklands Way, Hailsham, BN27 3NW, in East Sussex.
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