Uplands Academy
URN: 148945 • Wadhurst TN5 6AZ
Overview
- Name
- Uplands Academy
- URN
- 148945
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- MARK EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 39.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Chris Connor (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01892782135
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Lower High Street, Wadhurst TN5 6AZ
Summary
Uplands Academy, located in Wadhurst, East Sussex, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 736 students and a capacity of 1,000. The academy is part of the MARK Education Trust and is committed to providing a high-quality educational experience, focusing on individual student needs and fostering strong relationships between staff and students. Uplands Academy aims to create an environment where students can thrive academically and personally.
The school places a strong emphasis on academic excellence, as evidenced by recent celebrations of GCSE and A-Level successes. Uplands Academy offers a diverse curriculum designed to challenge and engage students, preparing them for future educational and career pathways. Additionally, the academy promotes a range of extracurricular activities, including sports and the arts, to support holistic development.
Community involvement is integral to Uplands Academy's ethos, with a commitment to working closely with parents and local stakeholders. The school actively participates in initiatives that enhance student well-being and safety, reflecting its dedication to nurturing a supportive and inclusive environment for all students.
The school places a strong emphasis on academic excellence, as evidenced by recent celebrations of GCSE and A-Level successes. Uplands Academy offers a diverse curriculum designed to challenge and engage students, preparing them for future educational and career pathways. Additionally, the academy promotes a range of extracurricular activities, including sports and the arts, to support holistic development.
Community involvement is integral to Uplands Academy's ethos, with a commitment to working closely with parents and local stakeholders. The school actively participates in initiatives that enhance student well-being and safety, reflecting its dedication to nurturing a supportive and inclusive environment for all students.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- Become a Governor (governance)
- SEND Information (sen)
- Open Events (calendar)
- School Calendar (calendar)
- 20 Oct Y8 Soft Tracking Report to parents (calendar)
- 17 Oct School Health Student Drop In Session (calendar)
- 17 Oct East Sussex School Health Team Student Drop-in (calendar)
- 13 Oct Week 1 (calendar)
- 20 Oct Week 2 (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- Uplands Community College (63.7)
Key details
- LA
- East Sussex
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- MARK EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 1000
- Pupils
- 736
- Boys
- 411
- Girls
- 325
- FSM %
- 22.50
- Open date
- 2022-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- East Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 736 | 411 | 325 | 1000 | 22.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 799 | 437 | 362 | 1000 | 20.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1000 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 1000 |
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