St Paul's Church of England Academy
Horntye Road, St Leonards-on-Sea, TN37 6RTOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
St Paul's Church of England Academy is a primary school in St Leonards-on-Sea for ages 2 to 11. It is one of the 214 schools in East Sussex. It ranks 31st of 129 primary schools in East Sussex. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in January 2019.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 9 January 2019, report published 30 January 2019
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 11 June 2024
Pupils really enjoy coming to school. They know they are part of a welcoming community, where they are safe and cared for. Pupils embody the values of this inclusive school, treating each other with respect and kindness. They also demonstrate great perseverance and support others to show resilience too. Pupils are polite and the relationships they develop are extremely positive. Parents recognise that this is a school where their children are both supported and challenged. Pupils behave exceptionally well. The vast majority attend school regularly. Those who need help to meet the school's high expectations of behaviour and attendance receive this and they improve quickly. Children in Nursery and Reception get off to a really strong start and are very well prepared for their next steps. There are a huge range of clubs and activities that pupils participate in. These are carefully woven throughout the school day, both as part of the academic curriculum, at lunchtime and after school. These include such things as sporting activities, learning to play different instruments and art clubs. All pupils are taught to ride a bicycle and many take part in performances at the local theatre. The individual talents and interests of pupils are valued and nurtured very well.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
90 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
634 pupils on roll, with places for 664
Schools near St Paul's Church of England Academy
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christ Church CofE Primary and Nursery Academy | 0.3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 50% met the expected standard |
| St Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School | 0.4 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Ark Blacklands Primary Academy | 0.7 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding | 92% met the expected standard |
| Mulberry Silverdale Primary | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Good | 60% met the expected standard |
| St Leonards Church of England Primary Academy | 1 mile | Report card: Needs attention to expected standard | 63% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- DIOCESE OF CHICHESTER ACADEMY TRUST
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Co Headteacher Maria Kiniari Tom Glenn
- Phone
- 01424424530
- Address
- Horntye Road, St Leonards-on-Sea, TN37 6RT
- Local authority
- East Sussex
- URN
- 143034
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.