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How to raise a safeguarding concern

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Ofsted 2026

Inspection summary

Ofsted Rating Not available
Safeguarding Not assessed
Last Ofsted Inspection 10 December 2024
Framework OLD
School Details

At a glance

Establishment data from the DfE Get Information about Schools (GIAS) register, Beechy Avenue, Eastbourne, BN20 8NU.

Establishment Type Academy special converter
Phase of Education Not applicable
Status Open
Headteacher Mrs Rachael Smart
Number on Roll 178
School Capacity 160
Telephone 01323730302
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