Chailey School

URN: 114594 • Lewes BN8 4PU

Overview

Name
Chailey School
URN
114594
Type
Community school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
65.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Helen Key (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01273890407
Website
Visit
Address
Mill Lane, Lewes BN8 4PU

Summary

Chailey School is a mixed community secondary school located in rural Sussex, serving the surrounding villages and towns of East and West Sussex. With a current enrolment of 855 students and a capacity of 870, the school caters to pupils aged 11 to 16. The school promotes a strong ethos of participation, kindness, creativity, independence, resilience, and community involvement, aiming to foster a supportive learning environment.

The curriculum at Chailey School is designed to provide a comprehensive education, preparing students for their future. The school offers a range of extracurricular activities, including various challenges and career fairs, to enhance students' learning experiences. Recent events include work experience weeks and visits to institutions like Cambridge University, highlighting the school's commitment to broadening students' horizons.

Chailey School places a strong emphasis on pastoral care, with dedicated teams for each year group to support students' welfare and academic progress. Parents are encouraged to engage with their child's tutor for any concerns, reinforcing the school's community-focused approach to education. For more information, visit their website at [chaileyschool.org](http://www.chaileyschool.org/).

Key details

LA
East Sussex
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
870
Pupils
855
Boys
448
Girls
407
FSM %
12.80
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-01-20
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
East Sussex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 855 448 407 870 12.80
2024-09-11 840 436 404 844 10.30
2023-09-11 788 425 363 844 8.30
2022-09-11 788 425 363 810 8.30
2021-09-11 787 419 368 810 9.20
2020-09-11 759 397 362 810 7.80

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