Brighton Aldridge Community Academy
URN: 136164 • Brighton BN1 9PW
Overview
- Name
- Brighton Aldridge Community Academy
- URN
- 136164
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- ALDRIDGE EDUCATION
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 35.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jack Davies (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01273691191
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Lewes Road, Brighton BN1 9PW
Summary
Brighton Aldridge Community Academy (BACA) is a mixed secondary academy located in Brighton, serving 813 students with a capacity of 1,150. The school emphasizes high aspirations and a rich academic offering, fostering an entrepreneurial ethos alongside a specialism in sports and technology. BACA is committed to equipping students with the essential skills needed for success in the 21st century.
The curriculum at BACA is designed to provide a broad education, offering various pathways that lead to further education, apprenticeships, or employment. Students can engage in diverse subjects, including construction, creative arts, and business studies, all aimed at developing critical thinking and practical skills. The academy also boasts exceptional sports facilities, integrating high-quality training with academic studies.
BACA values community involvement and support, as evidenced by positive feedback from parents and students alike. The school encourages a collaborative environment where students can thrive, and it actively seeks to engage with families through events such as open evenings and regular communication.
The curriculum at BACA is designed to provide a broad education, offering various pathways that lead to further education, apprenticeships, or employment. Students can engage in diverse subjects, including construction, creative arts, and business studies, all aimed at developing critical thinking and practical skills. The academy also boasts exceptional sports facilities, integrating high-quality training with academic studies.
BACA values community involvement and support, as evidenced by positive feedback from parents and students alike. The school encourages a collaborative environment where students can thrive, and it actively seeks to engage with families through events such as open evenings and regular communication.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- SEND and Learning Support (sen)
- Click here to read our latest letters sent to parents and carers (sen)
- Request for Absence (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Academy Prospectus (download)
- Admissions (other)
- BACA College Prospectus (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Policies and Statutory Information (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Dorothy Stringer School (65.1)
- Varndean School (64.7)
- Patcham High School (62.4)
- Portslade Aldridge Community Academy (57.4)
- East Brighton College of Media Arts (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Brighton and Hove
- Age range
- 11 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- ALDRIDGE EDUCATION
- Capacity
- 1150
- Pupils
- 813
- Boys
- 461
- Girls
- 352
- FSM %
- 49.40
- Open date
- 2010-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-03-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- East Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 813 | 461 | 352 | 1150 | 49.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 802 | 447 | 355 | 1150 | 48.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 885 | 494 | 391 | 1150 | 44.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 885 | 494 | 391 | 1150 | 44.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 873 | 472 | 401 | 1150 | 42.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 972 | 551 | 421 | 1150 | 37.30 |
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