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Robsack Wood Primary Academy

Robsack Wood Primary Academy

Hastings, TN38 9TEPrimary School·Ages 0-11
Goodby Ofsted

109%

Capacity

457

Pupils

1.9x

Demand

About Robsack Wood Primary Academy

Robsack Wood Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Hastings community, welcoming children from age 0 to 11. The school has 457 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (109% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Robsack Wood Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Caroline Thayre, it falls under East Sussex local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 46% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11577th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 16 in Hastings.

Robsack Wood Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 69 applications for 36 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.

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 Robsack Wood Primary Academy include ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Gymnastics, Athletics, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Chess, Gardening, Choir.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.8%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Hastings, Robsack Wood Primary 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range0 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressWhatlington Way, St Leonards-on-Sea, Hastings, TN38 9TE
HeadteacherCaroline Thayre
Local AuthorityEast Sussex
Number of Pupils457
Free School Meals (FSM)22.8%
School Capacity457 / 420 (109% full)
Nursery ClassesYes

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

1 Mar 2022
View Report

Overall Effectiveness

Good

Declined
Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Good

Source: Ofsted, 2 May 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (46%)

11577th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 85%

1747th of 2,034

In South East

Top 86%

13th of 16

In Hastings

Top 81%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

46%

Expected Standard

0%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 102
Expected:59%
Higher:14%
Writing
Expected:58%
Higher:0%
MathsAvg Score: 101
Expected:71%
Higher:5%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeStable +1%

'22/23

45%

'23/24

46%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

AutismMental HealthSpeech & LanguageLearning DifficultyOther

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

5
ICT SuitePlaying FieldsArt StudiosDining HallChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

10

Sports

Cross CountryGymnasticsAthleticsSwimmingCricketDance

Clubs & Activities

DramaChessGardeningChoir

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

36

Applications

69

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio1.9x
0x1x2x3x5x+

34 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Robsack Wood Primary Academy

Robsack Wood Primary Academy has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01424853521www.robsackwoodprimaryacademy.org.uk/

Whatlington Way, St Leonards-on-Sea

Hastings, TN38 9TE

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Whatlington Way, St Leonards-on-Sea

Hastings, TN38 9TE

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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