Centre Academy East Anglia
URN: 124890 • Ipswich IP7 7QR
Overview
- Name
- Centre Academy East Anglia
- URN
- 124890
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 51.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Lisa Gilbert (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01449736404
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Church Road, Ipswich IP7 7QR
Summary
      Centre Academy East Anglia is an independent special school located in Ipswich, Suffolk, catering to mixed-gender students aged 7 to 16. With a current enrolment of 83 pupils and a capacity of 110, the school focuses on providing tailored educational support for students with a range of special educational needs (SEN), including ASD, ADHD, dyslexia, and anxiety. The school prioritises small class sizes, typically between 4 to 10 students, to facilitate personalised learning experiences.
The curriculum at Centre Academy follows the National Curriculum, offering GCSEs and Foundation Learning for vocationally oriented students. Teachers at the academy are highly experienced in SEN education, ensuring that each child's learning needs are met without relying on learning support assistants. This approach fosters a supportive environment where students can thrive academically and socially.
Centre Academy emphasizes community and belonging, helping students build confidence and camaraderie among peers facing similar challenges. By creating a nurturing atmosphere, the school aims to alleviate the anxiety often associated with learning difficulties, allowing students to focus on their education and personal growth.
      The curriculum at Centre Academy follows the National Curriculum, offering GCSEs and Foundation Learning for vocationally oriented students. Teachers at the academy are highly experienced in SEN education, ensuring that each child's learning needs are met without relying on learning support assistants. This approach fosters a supportive environment where students can thrive academically and socially.
Centre Academy emphasizes community and belonging, helping students build confidence and camaraderie among peers facing similar challenges. By creating a nurturing atmosphere, the school aims to alleviate the anxiety often associated with learning difficulties, allowing students to focus on their education and personal growth.
Useful links
- Board of Governors (governance)
- School Calendar and timings (calendar)
- School Calendar (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- CA East Anglia Policies and Important Documents (other)
- CA London Policies (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
Nearby alternatives
- First Base Ipswich Academy (72.7)
- First Base, Ipswich (72.7)
- Parkside Pupil Referral Unit (60.2)
- University of Suffolk (60.2)
- Westbridge Pupil Referral Unit (60.2)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% | 
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 83 | 53 | 30 | 110 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 72 | 50 | 22 | 82 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 61 | 45 | 16 | 75 | 0.00 | 
| 2022-09-11 | 61 | 45 | 16 | 50 | 0.00 | 
| 2021-09-11 | 59 | 40 | 19 | 50 | 0.00 | 
| 2020-09-11 | 59 | 39 | 20 | 50 | 0.00 | 
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