The Flagship School

URN: 148055 • Hastings TN34 2AE

Overview

Name
The Flagship School
URN
148055
Type
Free schools special
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Special Measures
Ranking score
25.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Adrienne Cherrywood (since 2025)
Telephone
Website
Address
The Ridge, Hastings TN34 2AE

Summary

The Flagship School, located in Hastings, East Sussex, is a free special school that currently accommodates 26 pupils, with a capacity for 35. The school is designed to support children and young people with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). The leadership team, headed by Interim Headteacher Liam Collins, along with Deputy Headteacher Ruth Angel and Assistant Headteacher Sam Henham, is committed to creating a nurturing and supportive environment tailored to the needs of its students.

The school is in the process of moving to a new purpose-built facility that will feature specialist resources aimed at enriching the educational experience. Situated near Hastings Beach and the town centre, the school plans to leverage its location to enhance the curriculum and provide diverse learning opportunities.

Collaboration with families and the local community is a key focus, ensuring that the school meets the needs of its pupils while fostering strong relationships. Parents interested in enrolling their children can do so through East Sussex Children’s Services. For further information, the school can be contacted via phone or email.

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Key details

LA
East Sussex
Age range
6 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
35
Pupils
26
Boys
20
Girls
6
FSM %
38.50
Open date
2021-09-01
Close date
2023-02-28
Last Ofsted
2022-03-17
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
East Sussex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 26 20 6 35 38.50
2024-09-11 26 20 6 35 38.50
2023-09-11 23 19 4 35 34.80
2022-09-11 23 19 4 24 34.80
2021-09-11

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