Breakwater Academy
URN: 143120 • Newhaven BN9 9UT
Overview
- Name
- Breakwater Academy
- URN
- 143120
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- STEP ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 49.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sally Franceschi (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01273514300
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Valley Road, Newhaven BN9 9UT
Summary
Breakwater Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Newhaven, East Sussex, with a current enrolment of 163 pupils and a capacity for 210. As part of the STEP Community, the school is dedicated to fostering a positive learning environment where children are encouraged to work hard, be kind, and aspire to succeed. The academy emphasizes the importance of every moment in a child's education, aiming to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary for their future academic journeys.
The curriculum at Breakwater Academy is designed to support students not only during their time at the school but also as they transition to subsequent educational stages. The school has recently achieved the 'Rights Respecting Schools' Bronze Award, reflecting its commitment to upholding children's rights and promoting a respectful atmosphere. Additionally, Breakwater Academy has been recognized for its high attendance rates, placing it in the top 25% of schools nationally.
Community engagement is a key aspect of Breakwater Academy, with initiatives such as art exhibitions and health programs that encourage student participation and well-being. The school actively promotes a sense of belonging and responsibility among its students, preparing them to be positive contributors to their community.
The curriculum at Breakwater Academy is designed to support students not only during their time at the school but also as they transition to subsequent educational stages. The school has recently achieved the 'Rights Respecting Schools' Bronze Award, reflecting its commitment to upholding children's rights and promoting a respectful atmosphere. Additionally, Breakwater Academy has been recognized for its high attendance rates, placing it in the top 25% of schools nationally.
Community engagement is a key aspect of Breakwater Academy, with initiatives such as art exhibitions and health programs that encourage student participation and well-being. The school actively promotes a sense of belonging and responsibility among its students, preparing them to be positive contributors to their community.
Useful links
- Governor Information (governance)
- Absence Reporting (sen)
- Click here to find out about our open events for September 2026 Admissions Read More (calendar)
- School Calendar (calendar)
- 20 Oct Half Term Break (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Admissions (other)
- STEP Term Dates 2024-2025 School News / 10 Jan Term Dates Read More (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- High Cliff Academy (63.5)
- Harbour Primary and Nursery School (57.8)
- Denton Community Primary School and Nursery (54.1)
- Meeching Valley Primary School (50.2)
- Southdown Junior School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- East Sussex
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- STEP ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 163
- Boys
- 81
- Girls
- 82
- FSM %
- 45.40
- Open date
- 2016-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-05-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- East Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 163 | 81 | 82 | 210 | 45.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 168 | 80 | 88 | 210 | 42.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 163 | 81 | 82 | 210 | 48.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 163 | 81 | 82 | 210 | 48.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 181 | 97 | 84 | 210 | 45.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 208 | 113 | 95 | 210 | 42.80 |
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