Rye College

URN: 146825 • Rye TN31 7NQ

Overview

Name
Rye College
URN
146825
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
AQUINAS CHURCH OF ENGLAND EDUCATION TRUST LIMITED
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
55.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Dominic Downes (since 2025)
Telephone
01797222545
Website
Visit
Address
The Grove, Rye TN31 7NQ

Summary

Rye College is a mixed secondary academy located in Rye, East Sussex, with a current enrolment of 616 students and a capacity of 750. The college is committed to providing a supportive and nurturing environment where every student is known as an individual. Its mission, "Creating Bright Futures for All," reflects a dedication to high academic standards and personal development, ensuring that all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, receive an exceptional education.

The college prides itself on being a close-knit community, fostering a culture of resilience and ambition among its students. Rye College encourages pupils to exceed their own expectations and celebrates diverse talents and skills. The school's values—Be Proud, Be Positive, Be Employable, Be Kind, and Be Committed—guide the ethos and daily interactions within the college.

As part of the Aquinas Church of England Education Trust, Rye College collaborates with local schools to enhance educational opportunities from early years to post-16. The college also prioritises career guidance, providing resources to help students and families navigate future pathways effectively.

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Key details

LA
East Sussex
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
AQUINAS CHURCH OF ENGLAND EDUCATION TRUST LIMITED
Capacity
750
Pupils
616
Boys
313
Girls
303
FSM %
34.70
Open date
2018-11-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-01-18
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
East Sussex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 616 313 303 750 34.70
2024-09-11 579 277 302 750 34.60
2023-09-11 569 274 295 750 29.50
2022-09-11 569 274 295 750 29.50
2021-09-11 561 277 284 750 23.40
2020-09-11 561 285 276 750 20.90

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