St. John's School (Seaford)

URN: 114677 • Seaford BN25 2HU

Overview

Name
St. John's School (Seaford)
URN
114677
Type
Non-maintained special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
Special Measures
Ranking score
29.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Angela Tempany (since 2025) , Chief Executive
Telephone
Website
Address
Firle Road, Seaford BN25 2HU

Summary

St. John's School, located in Seaford, East Sussex, is a non-maintained special school catering to autistic learners. With a current enrolment of 28 pupils and a capacity for 42, the school is dedicated to providing a supportive and inclusive environment. As part of Ambitious about Autism, St. John's prioritises the rights and needs of autistic children and young people, ensuring they are at the heart of its educational approach.

The curriculum at St. John's is designed to be highly personalised, allowing students to explore their interests and develop their talents. The school employs highly trained staff who focus on individualised learning and positive support, fostering an atmosphere where learners can thrive both academically and personally. The school has received a 'good' rating from Ofsted, with 'outstanding' recognition for learners' personal development.

St. John's also places a strong emphasis on safeguarding and the welfare of its students. The school implements effective safeguarding practices and offers resources to help students navigate potential risks, including those associated with the internet and social media. Overall, St. John's School aims to create a nurturing community that supports the holistic development of its learners.

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Key details

LA
East Sussex
Age range
7 - 19
Boarders
Boarding school
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
42
Pupils
28
Boys
22
Girls
6
FSM %
17.40
Open date
1990-01-01
Close date
2023-07-21
Last Ofsted
2023-01-11
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
East Sussex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 28 22 6 42 17.40
2024-09-11 28 22 6 42 17.40
2023-09-11 32 25 7 42 32.00
2022-09-11 32 25 7 42 32.00
2021-09-11 27 20 7 42 50.00
2020-09-11 21 19 2 42 0.00

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