The Flagship School
URN: 149695 • Hastings TN34 2AE
Overview
- Name
- The Flagship School
- URN
- 149695
- Type
- Free schools special
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE BECKMEAD TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 27.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Liam Collins (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01424311023
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- The Ridge, Hastings TN34 2AE
Summary
The Flagship School, part of the Beckmead Trust, is a mixed free school located in Hastings, East Sussex, catering specifically to students with special educational needs. Currently accommodating 61 pupils, the school has a capacity of 72 and is committed to providing tailored educational experiences for its students, all of whom have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). The school is in the process of moving to a new purpose-built facility designed to enhance its specialist offerings.
The ethos of The Flagship School revolves around community and social justice, aiming to empower young people through a vibrant curriculum and excellent pedagogy. The dedicated staff work closely with families and external agencies to create a supportive network that fosters student success and personal growth. The school is situated near Hastings Beach, which provides additional opportunities for enriching the curriculum.
Parents seeking to enroll their children can do so through East Sussex Children’s Services. The school encourages open communication and is committed to providing useful information for families as it continues to develop its resources and community engagement.
The ethos of The Flagship School revolves around community and social justice, aiming to empower young people through a vibrant curriculum and excellent pedagogy. The dedicated staff work closely with families and external agencies to create a supportive network that fosters student success and personal growth. The school is situated near Hastings Beach, which provides additional opportunities for enriching the curriculum.
Parents seeking to enroll their children can do so through East Sussex Children’s Services. The school encourages open communication and is committed to providing useful information for families as it continues to develop its resources and community engagement.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- Governance Documentation (governance)
- Governance Structure (governance)
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- News & Events (calendar)
- Latest News (calendar)
- Newsletters (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies, Funding & Ofsted Reports (other)
- Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Torfield School (61.5)
- Broomham School (45.2)
- Oakridge School (45.2)
- Torfield School (45.2)
- The Flagship School (25.1)
Key details
- LA
- East Sussex
- Age range
- 6 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE BECKMEAD TRUST
- Capacity
- 72
- Pupils
- 61
- Boys
- 49
- Girls
- 12
- FSM %
- 62.30
- Open date
- 2023-03-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 61 | 49 | 12 | 72 | 62.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 50 | 42 | 8 | 72 | 56.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 72 |
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