Ark Alexandra Academy, HASTINGS
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Location
Estimated admission likelihood based on school density and oversubscription data. Admissions policy: Non-selective
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Overall
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
Ark Alexandra Academy excels at putting vulnerable pupils first while maintaining high expectations for all. The school has transformed its results through expert teaching and a highly inclusive approach, with particular success in supporting pupils with special educational needs and disadvantaged pupils. Staff are caring and well-trained, creating a calm, respectful environment where pupils feel confident seeking help with any concerns.
Key Strengths
- Pupils achieve very well in all subjects with exam results rising rapidly and now meeting or exceeding national averages
- Attendance has improved dramatically, particularly for pupils with special educational needs and disadvantaged pupils
- The school is highly inclusive with vulnerable pupils at the centre of all work, supported by expert staff and tailored provision
- Teaching is of high quality with subject experts who adapt lessons effectively to meet individual pupil needs
- Strong pastoral support and personal development through 'life lessons' and 'drop-down days' helps pupils thrive
Safeguarding
Safeguarding standards are met with an open and positive culture where safety is everyone's responsibility and all legal requirements are fulfilled.
Extracurricular Activities
Enrichment and extra-curricular activities to discover and nurture talents and interests, drop-down days, life lessons curriculum
Ark Alexandra Academy is a highly inclusive school that has made substantial improvements across all areas of its work, with pupils now achieving standards that meet or exceed national averages and attendance significantly improved.
At a Glance
30.9%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
What Parents Think
182 responsesSource: Ofsted Parent View - % who strongly agree or agree
Class Sizes
23.1
Avg class size
59
Total classes
4 classes with more than 30 pupils
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
73%
Available places
1,315 pupils
1,800 capacity
485 spare places available
Area Demand Pressure - HASTINGS
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for HASTINGS
Admissions Demand - East Sussex
Places available
5,548
Applications
4,976
Got 1st preference
86.1%
Got preferred school
96.5%
Secondary admissions across East Sussex (2025/26)
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SEN Provision
How many pupils have special educational needs, what types of support the school provides, and how it compares to similar schools.
Pupil Demographics
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School Funding
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Pupil Absence2024/25
8.95403%
Overall absence
27.93443%
Persistent absence
1,525
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
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Feeder Primary Schools
Primary schools that likely feed into this school, based on proximity
Ark Alexandra Academy
Ark Blacklands Primary Academy
Mulberry Silverdale Primary
Ark Little Ridge Primary Academy
Hollington Primary School
St Paul's Church of England Academy
Mulberry Baird Primary
Christ Church CofE Primary and Nursery Academy
St Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School
Ark Castledown Primary Academy
Churchwood Primary School
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