St Mary's School and 6th Form College
URN: 133653 • Bexhill on Sea TN40 2LU
Overview
- Name
- St Mary's School and 6th Form College
- URN
- 133653
- Type
- Non-maintained special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Inter- / non- denominational
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 69.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Natalie Edwards (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01424730740
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Wrestwood Road, Bexhill on Sea TN40 2LU
Summary
St Mary's School and 6th Form College, located in Bexhill on Sea, is a non-maintained special school catering to students with speech, language, and communication needs, as well as learning disabilities. With a current enrolment of 179 pupils, the school operates beyond its capacity of 160, reflecting its commitment to providing a supportive and inclusive environment for all students. The school aims to ensure that every child feels safe and secure, allowing them to thrive in their educational journey.
The curriculum at St Mary's is designed to offer integrated specialist education, focusing on the individual needs of each student. The school places a strong emphasis on personal development, with various opportunities for students to engage in practical learning experiences, including arts, sports, and therapeutic activities. This holistic approach supports the development of confidence and skills necessary for life beyond school.
St Mary's is dedicated to fostering a sense of community among students, staff, and families. The school regularly hosts events and activities that encourage parental involvement and collaboration, reinforcing its mission to prepare students for a successful future while ensuring they feel valued and included.
The curriculum at St Mary's is designed to offer integrated specialist education, focusing on the individual needs of each student. The school places a strong emphasis on personal development, with various opportunities for students to engage in practical learning experiences, including arts, sports, and therapeutic activities. This holistic approach supports the development of confidence and skills necessary for life beyond school.
St Mary's is dedicated to fostering a sense of community among students, staff, and families. The school regularly hosts events and activities that encourage parental involvement and collaboration, reinforcing its mission to prepare students for a successful future while ensuring they feel valued and included.
Useful links
- Uniform (sen)
- Parent Handbook (download)
- Prospectus (download)
- Term Dates 25/26 (download)
- Torfield & Saxon Mount Academy Trust (other)
- Twitter (other)
- Facebook (other)
- Get Directions (other)
- Pinterest (other)
- High Visibility Version (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Step by Step School Limited (80.6)
- Ticehurst Hospital School (71.4)
- The Lindfield School (70.2)
- The South Downs Community Special School (70.2)
- Headstart (67.8)
Key details
- LA
- East Sussex
- Age range
- 5 - 19
- Boarders
- Boarding school
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 160
- Pupils
- 179
- Boys
- 116
- Girls
- 63
- FSM %
- 35.30
- Open date
- 2001-04-19
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-03-23
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- East Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 179 | 116 | 63 | 160 | 35.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 140 | 88 | 52 | 160 | 32.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 85 | 55 | 30 | 160 | 31.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 85 | 55 | 30 | 160 | 31.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 76 | 47 | 29 | 160 | 31.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 60 | 38 | 22 | 160 | 20.50 |
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