Glyne Gap School

URN: 139521 • Bexhill-on-Sea TN40 2PU

Overview

Name
Glyne Gap School
URN
139521
Type
Academy special converter
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
GLYNE GAP SCHOOL
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
67.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Kirsty Prawanna (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01424217720
Website
Visit
Address
School Place, Bexhill-on-Sea TN40 2PU

Summary

Glyne Gap School, located in Bexhill-on-Sea, East Sussex, is an academy special converter catering to pupils aged 2 to 19 with severe and profound learning disabilities. The school serves a mixed-gender population of 134 students, exceeding its capacity of 110. A significant portion of the student body, 33.3%, is eligible for free school meals, indicating a diverse community.

The school's ethos prioritises the learning and wellbeing of its pupils, fostering an environment where respect and individual communication needs are central to education. Glyne Gap employs a Total Communication philosophy, focusing on developing independence, personal autonomy, and functional life skills. Currently, 61% of pupils are making outstanding progress, while 38% are making good progress, reflecting the effectiveness of their tailored educational approach.

In addition to academic learning, Glyne Gap School offers various activities and workshops to support communication and physical needs. The school aims to ensure that all pupils lead happy and fulfilled lives, both now and in the future, by providing a nurturing and supportive educational environment.

Key details

LA
East Sussex
Age range
2 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
GLYNE GAP SCHOOL
Capacity
110
Pupils
134
Boys
90
Girls
44
FSM %
33.30
Open date
2013-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-05-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
East Sussex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 134 90 44 110 33.30
2024-09-11 121 80 41 108 39.20
2023-09-11 117 78 39 108 43.20
2022-09-11 117 78 39 108 43.20
2021-09-11 117 79 38 108 41.50
2020-09-11 115 76 39 108 36.70

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