The Turing School
URN: 148179 • Eastbourne BN23 8EJ
Overview
- Name
- The Turing School
- URN
- 148179
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- SWALE ACADEMIES TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 43.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sarah Doyle (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01323465700
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Larkspur Drive, Eastbourne BN23 8EJ
Summary
The Turing School, located in Eastbourne, East Sussex, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 765 students, against a capacity of 945. The school is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and innovative learning environment, aiming to empower every student to achieve their full potential academically and socially. The ethos of the school is built around high achievement, respect, diversity, and aspiration, ensuring that each student receives tailored support to thrive.
The curriculum at The Turing School emphasizes not only academic excellence but also the development of essential life skills and values. Fundamental British Values are integrated into the learning experience, promoting democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, and mutual respect. Students are encouraged to engage in democratic processes through initiatives like the School Council, while citizenship education reinforces the importance of laws and personal responsibility.
The school places a strong emphasis on pastoral care and community relationships, ensuring that students feel supported and valued. With a focus on creating a safe and structured environment, The Turing School is committed to nurturing intellectual curiosity and preparing students to be responsible global citizens. For more information, visit their website at [The Turing School](https://www.theturingschool.org.uk).
The curriculum at The Turing School emphasizes not only academic excellence but also the development of essential life skills and values. Fundamental British Values are integrated into the learning experience, promoting democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, and mutual respect. Students are encouraged to engage in democratic processes through initiatives like the School Council, while citizenship education reinforces the importance of laws and personal responsibility.
The school places a strong emphasis on pastoral care and community relationships, ensuring that students feel supported and valued. With a focus on creating a safe and structured environment, The Turing School is committed to nurturing intellectual curiosity and preparing students to be responsible global citizens. For more information, visit their website at [The Turing School](https://www.theturingschool.org.uk).
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- 26 September 2025Strike up the MusicOn Tuesday 16th Sept, East Sussex Music Services came to give a presentation for our new Year 7's. The service operates across the county and offers tuition-led individual music lessons during school time to stud (sen)
- SEND (sen)
- School Calendar (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- St Catherine's College (62.0)
- Willingdon Community School (61.4)
- The Bishop Bell Church of England Mathematics and Computing Specialist School (60.2)
- Ratton School (59.4)
- Causeway School (47.2)
Key details
- LA
- East Sussex
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- SWALE ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 945
- Pupils
- 765
- Boys
- 397
- Girls
- 368
- FSM %
- 38.80
- Open date
- 2020-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-06-07
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- East Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 765 | 397 | 368 | 945 | 38.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 731 | 376 | 355 | 945 | 37.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 577 | 293 | 284 | 945 | 36.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 577 | 293 | 284 | 945 | 36.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 528 | 256 | 272 | 945 | 36.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 945 |
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