The Baird Primary Academy
URN: 140493 • Hastings TN34 3TH
Overview
- Name
- The Baird Primary Academy
- URN
- 140493
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- UNIVERSITY OF BRIGHTON ACADEMIES TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 44.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Carly Welch (since 2025) , Executive Principal
- Telephone
- 01424425670
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Parker Road, Hastings TN34 3TH
Summary
The Baird Primary Academy, located in Hastings, East Sussex, is a mixed academy catering to children aged 3 to 11 years. With a current enrolment of 317 pupils and a capacity of 444, the school aims to create a nurturing and inspiring environment where every child can succeed. The academy focuses on fostering a culture of shared learning and mutual respect, encouraging students to take pride in their achievements and develop the confidence necessary to navigate an ever-changing world.
The curriculum at The Baird Primary Academy is designed to equip students with essential knowledge, skills, and compassion. The school emphasizes a safe and engaging learning atmosphere, ensuring that all pupils feel supported in their educational journey. The leadership under Principal Carly Welch is dedicated to continuous improvement and aims to provide a holistic education that prepares children for future challenges.
As part of the University of Brighton Academies Trust, The Baird Primary Academy is committed to community involvement and collaboration with other local schools. Parents interested in enrolling their children are encouraged to arrange a visit to experience the academy's ethos and environment firsthand.
The curriculum at The Baird Primary Academy is designed to equip students with essential knowledge, skills, and compassion. The school emphasizes a safe and engaging learning atmosphere, ensuring that all pupils feel supported in their educational journey. The leadership under Principal Carly Welch is dedicated to continuous improvement and aims to provide a holistic education that prepares children for future challenges.
As part of the University of Brighton Academies Trust, The Baird Primary Academy is committed to community involvement and collaboration with other local schools. Parents interested in enrolling their children are encouraged to arrange a visit to experience the academy's ethos and environment firsthand.
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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
- UNIVERSITY OF BRIGHTON ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 444
- Pupils
- 317
- Boys
- 158
- Girls
- 159
- FSM %
- 50.30
- Open date
- 2014-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-06-13
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- East Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 317 | 158 | 159 | 444 | 50.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 331 | 155 | 176 | 446 | 55.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 372 | 175 | 197 | 446 | 58.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 372 | 175 | 197 | 446 | 58.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 403 | 203 | 200 | 446 | 56.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 415 | 203 | 212 | 446 | 49.40 |
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