Ocklynge Junior School

URN: 144954 • Eastbourne BN20 8XN

Overview

Name
Ocklynge Junior School
URN
144954
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
SOUTH DOWNS LEARNING TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
50.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Paul Reilly (since 2025)
Telephone
01323725839
Website
Visit
Address
Victoria Drive, Eastbourne BN20 8XN

Summary

Ocklynge Junior School, located in Eastbourne, East Sussex, is a mixed academy with a current enrollment of 741 pupils, accommodating a maximum of 840. The school is part of the South Downs Learning Trust and is committed to providing a nurturing and inspirational learning environment. The dedicated staff work collaboratively to ensure that every child receives the best educational experience possible.

The curriculum at Ocklynge is designed to engage students and foster a love of learning. Recent initiatives include a focus on practical projects such as the Eastbourne Heritage Archaeology 'big dig,' which encourages students to explore local history. The school also prioritises parental involvement, offering workshops to help parents support their children's learning, particularly in subjects like maths and phonics.

Community engagement is a key aspect of Ocklynge's ethos, with students participating in charitable activities, such as collecting items for local homeless charities. The school aims to cultivate responsible citizens who contribute positively to society, reflecting its commitment to both academic excellence and social responsibility.

Key details

LA
East Sussex
Age range
7 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
SOUTH DOWNS LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
840
Pupils
741
Boys
368
Girls
373
FSM %
30.00
Open date
2017-12-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-04-27
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
East Sussex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 741 368 373 840 30.00
2024-09-11 770 375 395 840 27.90
2023-09-11 795 390 405 840 23.00
2022-09-11 795 390 405 840 23.00
2021-09-11 789 397 392 840 19.90
2020-09-11 812 413 399 840 16.40

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