The Ropemakers' Academy

URN: 148035 • Hailsham BN27 1FB

Overview

Name
The Ropemakers' Academy
URN
148035
Type
Free schools special
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
THE BECKMEAD TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
50.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Simon Hawthorne (since 2025)
Telephone
01323368374
Website
Visit
Address
Reef Way, Hailsham BN27 1FB

Summary

The Ropemakers' Academy, part of The Beckmead Trust, is a free special school located in Hailsham, East Sussex. Catering to a mixed-gender population of 111 pupils, the academy focuses on providing tailored education for children with special educational needs and disabilities. The school is committed to fostering a supportive environment that encourages personal growth and academic success, drawing on the extensive experience of its staff in working with vulnerable children.

The curriculum at The Ropemakers' Academy is designed to be engaging and enriching, leveraging the picturesque local surroundings to enhance learning experiences. The school aims to involve parents, carers, and community agencies in the educational process, creating a network of support for students.

Led by Head Teacher Simon Hawthorne, the academy prioritises the well-being and development of its pupils, striving to empower them for future opportunities. The Beckmead Trust, under which the academy operates, has been recognised for its outstanding educational practices, ensuring that every child receives the best possible education.

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Key details

LA
East Sussex
Age range
4 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THE BECKMEAD TRUST
Capacity
80
Pupils
111
Boys
79
Girls
32
FSM %
62.20
Open date
2020-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-06-22
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
East Sussex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 111 79 32 80 62.20
2024-09-11 78 51 27 80 47.40
2023-09-11 37 25 12 80 43.20
2022-09-11 37 25 12 80 43.20
2021-09-11 12 6 6 80 25.00
2020-09-11 80

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