Ore Village Primary Academy
URN: 139683 • Hastings TN35 5DB
Overview
- Name
- Ore Village Primary Academy
- URN
- 139683
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE KEMNAL ACADEMIES TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 51.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jo Campbell (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01424422979
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Rye Road, Hastings TN35 5DB
Summary
Ore Village Primary Academy (OVPA) is a mixed primary school located in Hastings, East Sussex, with a current enrolment of 280 pupils and a capacity for 420. As an academy sponsor-led institution, OVPA prioritises the holistic development of its students, fostering a vibrant and supportive learning environment. The school community is dedicated to ensuring that every child reaches their full potential through a well-rounded curriculum.
The academy places a strong emphasis on community engagement and social responsibility, as evidenced by recent fundraising initiatives for a friendship link with Sierra Leone. Events like "Break the Rules Day" not only provide fun for the students but also encourage them to contribute positively to global causes. OVPA also offers opportunities for students to take on leadership roles, enhancing their personal development and sense of responsibility.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (61.40%), OVPA is committed to providing support and resources to ensure that all children thrive academically and socially. The school encourages prospective parents to visit and experience the welcoming atmosphere firsthand. For more information, visit their website at [Ore Village Primary Academy](https://www.orevillage-tkat.org/).
The academy places a strong emphasis on community engagement and social responsibility, as evidenced by recent fundraising initiatives for a friendship link with Sierra Leone. Events like "Break the Rules Day" not only provide fun for the students but also encourage them to contribute positively to global causes. OVPA also offers opportunities for students to take on leadership roles, enhancing their personal development and sense of responsibility.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (61.40%), OVPA is committed to providing support and resources to ensure that all children thrive academically and socially. The school encourages prospective parents to visit and experience the welcoming atmosphere firsthand. For more information, visit their website at [Ore Village Primary Academy](https://www.orevillage-tkat.org/).
Useful links
- Local Governance (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Policies (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Term 6 Newsletter 2025 Featured News | 22nd Jul 2025 (other)
- OPVA Term 6 Highlights Featured News | 22nd Jul 2025 (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
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Key details
- LA
- East Sussex
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE KEMNAL ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 280
- Boys
- 151
- Girls
- 129
- FSM %
- 61.40
- Open date
- 2013-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-02-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- East Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 280 | 151 | 129 | 420 | 61.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 316 | 168 | 148 | 420 | 59.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 336 | 176 | 160 | 420 | 57.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 336 | 176 | 160 | 420 | 57.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 326 | 166 | 160 | 420 | 54.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 319 | 165 | 154 | 420 | 47.30 |
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