Peacehaven Heights Academy
89%
Capacity
373
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Peacehaven Heights Academy
Peacehaven Heights Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Lewes community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 373 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Peacehaven Heights Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher David Dowling, it falls under East Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9104th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 23 in Lewes.
Peacehaven Heights Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 82 applications for 40 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
Peacehaven Heights Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 72% recommending the school (43 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Peacehaven Heights Academy include Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Forest School, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Library, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Netball, Athletics, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Book Club, Gardening, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lewes, Peacehaven Heights 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Hoddern Avenue, Peacehaven, Lewes, BN10 7QY |
| Headteacher | David Dowling |
| Local Authority | East Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 373 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 35.6% |
| School Capacity | 373 / 420 (89% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Nov 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Dec 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9104th of 13,686
Nationally
1360th of 2,034
In South East
15th of 23
In Lewes
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
56%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
43 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed40
82
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Peacehaven Heights Academy
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Contact Information
Hoddern Avenue, Peacehaven
Lewes, BN10 7QY
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