Phoenix Academy
URN: 145016 • Hailsham BN27 2PH
Overview
- Name
- Phoenix Academy
- URN
- 145016
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open, but proposed to close
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Trust
- STEP ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 42.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Alun Evans (since 2025)
- Telephone
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Marshfoot Lane, Hailsham BN27 2PH
Summary
Phoenix Academy, located in Hailsham, East Sussex, is a mixed primary academy with a current enrolment of 76 pupils, significantly below its capacity of 210. The school is part of the STEP Community, which is dedicated to enhancing the educational experiences and life chances of all children. With a focus on moral responsibility, Phoenix Academy aims to make a positive impact on its students' futures.
The curriculum at Phoenix Academy is thoughtfully designed to provide a comprehensive education across all primary subjects. It is context-aware and progressive, ensuring that each child develops a strong foundation of knowledge and skills. The school fosters an environment where students are encouraged to engage actively in their learning.
With a high percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (63.20%), Phoenix Academy is committed to supporting its diverse community. The school emphasizes inclusivity and strives to meet the needs of all students, creating a nurturing atmosphere where every child can thrive academically and socially. For more information, visit their website at [Phoenix Academy](https://phoenixstepacademy.org/).
The curriculum at Phoenix Academy is thoughtfully designed to provide a comprehensive education across all primary subjects. It is context-aware and progressive, ensuring that each child develops a strong foundation of knowledge and skills. The school fosters an environment where students are encouraged to engage actively in their learning.
With a high percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (63.20%), Phoenix Academy is committed to supporting its diverse community. The school emphasizes inclusivity and strives to meet the needs of all students, creating a nurturing atmosphere where every child can thrive academically and socially. For more information, visit their website at [Phoenix Academy](https://phoenixstepacademy.org/).
Useful links
- Governor Information (governance)
- Pupil Representation (sen)
- Absence Reporting (sen)
- School Calendar (calendar)
- 20 Oct Half Term Break (calendar)
- Nursery Admissions (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Welcome to Thornton Grove Academy! School News / 5 Sep What a fantastic start to the new school year! The children have come in full of energy a (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Grovelands Community Primary School (65.2)
- Hellingly Community Primary School (61.5)
- Herstmonceux Church of England Primary School (61.3)
- Park Mead Primary School (57.9)
- Burfield Academy (54.3)
Key details
- LA
- East Sussex
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- STEP ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 76
- Boys
- 33
- Girls
- 43
- FSM %
- 63.20
- Open date
- 2017-01-01
- Close date
- 2025-08-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-10-03
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- East Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 76 | 33 | 43 | 210 | 63.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 93 | 47 | 46 | 210 | 62.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 109 | 62 | 47 | 210 | 56.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 109 | 62 | 47 | 210 | 56.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 150 | 78 | 72 | 210 | 54.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 162 | 83 | 79 | 210 | 42.60 |
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