East Point Academy
URN: 137134 • Lowestoft NR33 0UQ
Overview
- Name
- East Point Academy
- URN
- 137134
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- INSPIRATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 48.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Peter Seadon (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01502525300
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Kirkley Run, Lowestoft NR33 0UQ
Summary
East Point Academy, located in Lowestoft, Suffolk, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 826 pupils and a capacity of 1,200. As part of the Inspiration Trust, the school fosters a strong sense of community, encouraging students to feel like part of a family. The academy is divided into four houses—Wilde, Mariners, Ravine, and Crown—each named after local geographical features, promoting teamwork and school spirit.
The curriculum at East Point Academy is designed to support academic success and personal development, with a focus on preparing students for their GCSEs. The school has celebrated significant achievements, including its best-ever GCSE results and various extracurricular activities that enhance student engagement, such as music, sports, and community events.
With a notable percentage of students (42.6%) eligible for free school meals, East Point Academy is committed to providing inclusive support for all learners. The school actively participates in local initiatives and events, reinforcing its connection to the Lowestoft community and ensuring that students are well-rounded individuals ready for future challenges.
The curriculum at East Point Academy is designed to support academic success and personal development, with a focus on preparing students for their GCSEs. The school has celebrated significant achievements, including its best-ever GCSE results and various extracurricular activities that enhance student engagement, such as music, sports, and community events.
With a notable percentage of students (42.6%) eligible for free school meals, East Point Academy is committed to providing inclusive support for all learners. The school actively participates in local initiatives and events, reinforcing its connection to the Lowestoft community and ensuring that students are well-rounded individuals ready for future challenges.
Useful links
- June 23rd 2020 Suffolk Parent Carer Network, SENDIASS and local authority host online sessions for families (sen)
- December 13th 2024 Triathlete Teacher represents Team GB for Age-group at European Triathlon Championships (sen)
- Special Educational Needs & Disabilities (sen)
- School Calendar (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Admissions (other)
- In-Year Admissions (other)
- Key Information & Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Benjamin Britten Academy of Music and Mathematics (55.5)
- Pakefield High School (54.6)
- Pakefield School (53.0)
- Kirkley Community High School (45.2)
- The Denes High School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Suffolk
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- INSPIRATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 1200
- Pupils
- 826
- Boys
- 405
- Girls
- 421
- FSM %
- 42.60
- Open date
- 2011-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-02-10
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Suffolk
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 826 | 405 | 421 | 1200 | 42.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 865 | 418 | 447 | 1200 | 40.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 843 | 407 | 436 | 1200 | 38.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 843 | 407 | 436 | 1200 | 38.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 796 | 401 | 395 | 1200 | 38.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 709 | 378 | 331 | 1200 | 34.90 |
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