Churchwood Primary Academy
URN: 141261 • St Leonards-on-Sea TN38 9PB
Overview
- Name
- Churchwood Primary Academy
- URN
- 141261
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- UNIVERSITY OF BRIGHTON ACADEMIES TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 51.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Rob Smith (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01424852326
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Church-in-the-Wood Lane, St Leonards-on-Sea TN38 9PB
Summary
Churchwood Primary Academy, located in St Leonards-on-Sea, East Sussex, is a mixed academy catering to children aged two to eleven. With a current enrolment of 242 pupils, the school exceeds its capacity of 215, reflecting its popularity within the community. The academy operates under a creative educational approach, aiming to inspire and motivate students to learn while fostering a supportive and caring environment.
The school’s ethos is centred on high expectations, ensuring that every child can read, write, and be numerate. Churchwood Primary Academy prioritises individual growth, guiding students to reach their full potential through quality teaching and learning experiences. The curriculum is designed to develop essential knowledge and skills, promoting confidence, independence, and ambition among pupils.
Situated in a picturesque setting, Churchwood Primary Academy also values community engagement and inclusivity. The school provides various support systems to cater to diverse learning needs, ensuring that all students are equipped for future success. For more information, parents can visit the school's website at www.churchwoodprimaryacademy.org.uk.
The school’s ethos is centred on high expectations, ensuring that every child can read, write, and be numerate. Churchwood Primary Academy prioritises individual growth, guiding students to reach their full potential through quality teaching and learning experiences. The curriculum is designed to develop essential knowledge and skills, promoting confidence, independence, and ambition among pupils.
Situated in a picturesque setting, Churchwood Primary Academy also values community engagement and inclusivity. The school provides various support systems to cater to diverse learning needs, ensuring that all students are equipped for future success. For more information, parents can visit the school's website at www.churchwoodprimaryacademy.org.uk.
Useful links
- Attendance and Absence (sen)
- Hollington Primary Academy (other)
- Blackthorns Community Primary Academy (other)
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- Schools (other)
- Desmond Anderson Primary Academy (other)
- Dudley Infant Academy (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Ark Little Ridge Primary Academy (71.0)
- Robsack Wood Community Primary School (70.2)
- Robsack Wood Primary Academy (62.9)
- Christ Church CofE Primary School (61.5)
- Silverdale Primary Academy (60.2)
Key details
- LA
- East Sussex
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- UNIVERSITY OF BRIGHTON ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 215
- Pupils
- 242
- Boys
- 125
- Girls
- 117
- FSM %
- 33.50
- Open date
- 2014-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-10-12
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- East Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 242 | 125 | 117 | 215 | 33.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 262 | 143 | 119 | 215 | 34.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 253 | 140 | 113 | 215 | 34.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 253 | 140 | 113 | 215 | 34.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 249 | 133 | 116 | 215 | 31.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 249 | 136 | 113 | 215 | 21.70 |
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