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
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.
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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Nearby alternatives
- Cuckmere House School (51.5)
- College Central (45.2)
- Cuckmere House School (45.2)
- Downshead School (45.2)
- Newlands Manor School (45.2)
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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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