Dudley Infant Academy
95%
Capacity
171
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Dudley Infant Academy
Dudley Infant Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Hastings community, welcoming children from age 5 to 7. The school has 171 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 180 places).
Ofsted has rated Dudley Infant Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Stuart Maclean, it falls under East Sussex local authority.
Dudley Infant Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 105 applications for 60 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 60 were first-preference applications.
Dudley Infant Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (53 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Dudley Infant Academy include Library, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Netball, Tennis, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Drama, Chess, Choir, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 31.0%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hastings, Dudley Infant Academy is one of the options available in the South East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 5 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Harold Road, Hastings, Hastings, TN35 5NJ |
| Headteacher | Stuart Maclean |
| Local Authority | East Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 171 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 31.0% |
| School Capacity | 171 / 180 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Apr 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (24 Apr 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Oct 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
53 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
105
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
60 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Harold Road, Hastings
Hastings, TN35 5NJ
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