State School
#2 in Best Primary Schools in Eastbourne
Heron Park Primary Academy | Ofsted Ratings, Reviews, Exam Results & Admission 2026
Heron Park Primary Academy
Work here? Update your school profile
Heron Park Primary Academy
- Primary
- Eastbourne BN22 9EE
1 schools in compare list
Ofsted report
Notify us of new Ofsted report
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
Quick insights from ofsted Powered by AI
This insight was generated by AI, based on latest Ofsted report.
Foundational Skills: Teaching phonics is an important part of the curriculum. Pupils learn these skills quickly and well.
Success of the Curriculum: Leaders have made English and mathematics a priority. The curriculum is well ordered so that pupils build knowledge well.
Areas Needing Improvement: In some subjects, the curriculum is new and not fully in place. Leaders are working to make the necessary improvements.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils quickly spot gaps in knowledge and catch up. Reading is taught consistently and expertly.
Support for Falling Behind: Anyone who struggles or starts to fall behind is identified promptly and given the help they need to catch up.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils mostly work hard and behave well during lessons. Occasionally, they can lose interest but teachers quickly re-engage them.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are carefully supported so that they experience success.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is rare. Teachers help resolve issues quickly, and pupils trust staff to deal with any concerns.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Warm relationships with pupils and families help ensure that needs are known. Help is secured quickly and reviewed regularly.
Parent Feedback: Staff provided videos for parents during the pandemic to share ways of helping children to enjoy books.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils benefit from a wide range of clubs and activities, such as trips that enhance the curriculum.
Teacher Engagement: Leaders have made the development of staff a key priority. Staff feel well supported by leaders.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers know what to teach and when. They quickly spot any gaps pupils have in their knowledge and provide support.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some leaders are new to their roles and have not yet seen the new curriculum plans. Further training is needed.
Historical Ofsted reports
Contact
Suggest an edit
About Us
Heron Park Primary Academy is a top rated, Primary, Co-Ed school located in East Sussex, South East.
It has 344 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1.
At this school, 31% of pupils achieved higher standard in reading, writing & maths at key stage 2.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
Distance calculator
Simply click on 'Detect My Location' to find out the distance from your current location to the school.
Heron Park Primary Academy
Nearby Schools in Your Area
Gallery
Compare with similar schools
| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
B
|
-
|
B-
|
| Ofset report | Good | - | Good |
| Age range | 4-11 | 5-7 | 7-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 19.5 | 22.9 | 20.6 |
| Proficient Math | 98 | - | 102 |
| Proficient Read | 99 | - | 103 |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Primary Exam Result
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 98 | 95 | 97 |
| Reading | 99 | 97 | 98 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 31% | 53.25% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% | 4.59% | 7.42% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -3.7 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -0.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.1 | Below Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 96 6 | 96 | 96 |
| Reading | 98 8 | 96 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 22% 30 | 59.55% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 2% | 8.37% | 9.72% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -2.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.9 | Below Average |
| Maths | -5.2 | Well Below Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 102 4 | 95 | 94 |
| Reading | 106 4 | 97 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 52% 26 | 60.7% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 7.47% | 9.16% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 3.6 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.6 | Below Average |
| Maths | 2.5 | Above Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 98 | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | 102 | 95 | 93 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 26% | 54.93% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 5.77% | 8.19% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -0.7 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.6 | Below Average |
Best Schools 2025
Heron Park Primary Academy Rankings
夜来香研究所 ranks nearly 20,000+ schools according to their exam results, teaching quality, resources & many more indicators. (How Do We Calculate Rankings?)
How Do We Calculate Rankings?
Our school rankings are meticulously determined through a rigorous process:
This meticulous process ensures our rankings provide accurate and meaningful insights for your school choices.
Admission
Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
19 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Heron Park Primary Academy
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
