Summerdown School
URN: 149138 • Eastbourne BN22 9PZ
Overview
- Name
- Summerdown School
- URN
- 149138
- Type
- Free schools special
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- THE SOUTHFIELD TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 39.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Penny Kershaw (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01323921630
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 3 Broadwater Way, Eastbourne BN22 9PZ
Summary
Summerdown School, located in Eastbourne, East Sussex, is a free special school catering to a mixed-gender population of 161 pupils, with a capacity of 161. The school is part of The Southfield Trust, which emphasizes inclusive education for students with significant learning and developmental needs. The school aims to provide a nurturing environment where every pupil can thrive and connect with their community.
The curriculum at Summerdown School is designed to be personalized and creative, ensuring that it meets the individual needs of each student. The school focuses on empowering pupils to engage fully with their surroundings and develop essential life skills. This tailored approach helps students progress at their own pace while fostering a sense of belonging and achievement.
With a free school meal percentage of 31.10%, Summerdown School is committed to supporting its diverse student body. The school values collaboration with families and the wider community, aiming to create strong partnerships that enhance the educational experience for all pupils. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the administration directly.
The curriculum at Summerdown School is designed to be personalized and creative, ensuring that it meets the individual needs of each student. The school focuses on empowering pupils to engage fully with their surroundings and develop essential life skills. This tailored approach helps students progress at their own pace while fostering a sense of belonging and achievement.
With a free school meal percentage of 31.10%, Summerdown School is committed to supporting its diverse student body. The school values collaboration with families and the wider community, aiming to create strong partnerships that enhance the educational experience for all pupils. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the administration directly.
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Nearby alternatives
- The Lindfield School (70.2)
- The South Downs Community Special School (70.2)
- The South Downs School (64.0)
- The Lindfield School (60.7)
- Hazel Court School (56.8)
Key details
- LA
- East Sussex
- Age range
- 3 - 16
- Boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE SOUTHFIELD TRUST
- Capacity
- 161
- Pupils
- 161
- Boys
- 113
- Girls
- 48
- FSM %
- 31.10
- 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 | 161 | 113 | 48 | 161 | 31.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 132 | 88 | 44 | 135 | 31.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 135 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 141 |
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