Ark Castledown Primary Academy
URN: 144083 • Hastings TN34 3QT
Overview
- Name
- Ark Castledown Primary Academy
- URN
- 144083
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- ARK SCHOOLS
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 49.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Rebecca Stewart (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01424444046
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Priory Road, Hastings TN34 3QT
Summary
Ark Castledown Primary Academy, located in Hastings, East Sussex, is a two-form entry primary school and nursery that serves a diverse community. With a current enrolment of 396 pupils and a capacity of 480, the school is committed to providing a high-quality education, evidenced by its "Good" rating from Ofsted and "Outstanding" leadership and management. The academy prioritises a child-centred approach, focusing on consistency, encouragement, and challenge to help each child reach their unique potential.
The school’s ethos is encapsulated in its vision "Believe and Achieve," aiming to empower pupils for success in the 21st century. Core values such as responsibility, confidence, and kindness are integrated into daily school life, fostering a supportive environment where children can thrive academically and socially.
Ark Castledown also places a strong emphasis on community involvement, recognising the vital role parents play in their children's education. The school actively encourages collaboration between families and staff to enhance the overall learning experience and ensure the well-being of all students.
The school’s ethos is encapsulated in its vision "Believe and Achieve," aiming to empower pupils for success in the 21st century. Core values such as responsibility, confidence, and kindness are integrated into daily school life, fostering a supportive environment where children can thrive academically and socially.
Ark Castledown also places a strong emphasis on community involvement, recognising the vital role parents play in their children's education. The school actively encourages collaboration between families and staff to enhance the overall learning experience and ensure the well-being of all students.
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Key details
- LA
- East Sussex
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- ARK SCHOOLS
- Capacity
- 480
- Pupils
- 396
- Boys
- 210
- Girls
- 186
- FSM %
- 55.30
- Open date
- 2017-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-11-24
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- East Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 396 | 210 | 186 | 480 | 55.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 415 | 219 | 196 | 480 | 52.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 363 | 201 | 162 | 480 | 57.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 363 | 201 | 162 | 480 | 57.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 366 | 186 | 180 | 480 | 54.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 361 | 182 | 179 | 480 | 39.90 |
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