College Central
URN: 142143 • Eastbourne BN22 9RB
Overview
- Name
- College Central
- URN
- 142143
- Type
- Academy alternative provision converter
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open, but proposed to close
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE SABDEN MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Special Measures
- Ranking score
- 21.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Matt Jacobs (since 2025) , Chief Executive Officer - Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01323691000
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 124 Brodrick Road, Eastbourne BN22 9RB
Summary
College Central, located in Eastbourne, East Sussex, is an academy alternative provision converter that caters to a mixed-gender student body of 78 pupils, with a capacity of 140. The school primarily serves students who have faced challenges in previous educational settings, including those with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) difficulties. The ethos of College Central is rooted in creating a warm and supportive environment where all pupils can thrive and reach their full potential.
The curriculum at College Central is designed to be flexible and responsive to the individual needs of students, incorporating therapeutic interventions and self-regulation strategies. Staff are trained to work effectively with pupils facing various barriers to learning, ensuring that each child receives the necessary support to succeed. Continuous professional development for staff is a key focus, enhancing their ability to address the unique challenges faced by their students.
As of September 2025, College Central will transition to the East Sussex Academy under the London South East Academies Trust. This change aims to further enhance educational standards and life opportunities for pupils, continuing the collaborative approach established within the Sabden Multi Academy Trust. Parents can find more information on the new academy's website.
The curriculum at College Central is designed to be flexible and responsive to the individual needs of students, incorporating therapeutic interventions and self-regulation strategies. Staff are trained to work effectively with pupils facing various barriers to learning, ensuring that each child receives the necessary support to succeed. Continuous professional development for staff is a key focus, enhancing their ability to address the unique challenges faced by their students.
As of September 2025, College Central will transition to the East Sussex Academy under the London South East Academies Trust. This change aims to further enhance educational standards and life opportunities for pupils, continuing the collaborative approach established within the Sabden Multi Academy Trust. Parents can find more information on the new academy's website.
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Nearby alternatives
- The Lindfield School (70.2)
- The South Downs Community Special School (70.2)
- The South Downs School (64.0)
- The Lindfield School (60.7)
- Hazel Court School (56.8)
Key details
- LA
- East Sussex
- Age range
- 4 - 16
- Boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE SABDEN MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 140
- Pupils
- 78
- Boys
- 60
- Girls
- 18
- FSM %
- 59.00
- Open date
- 2015-09-01
- Close date
- 2025-08-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-02-07
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- East Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 78 | 60 | 18 | 140 | 59.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 105 | 84 | 21 | 140 | 65.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 38 | 30 | 8 | 140 | 52.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 38 | 30 | 8 | 140 | 52.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 48 | 42 | 6 | 140 | 39.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 78 | 66 | 12 | 200 | 42.30 |
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