Telscombe Cliffs Academy
82%
Capacity
565
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Telscombe Cliffs Academy
Telscombe Cliffs Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Lewes community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 565 pupils on roll and is well-filled (82% of 690 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Telscombe Cliffs Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Peter Ediss, it falls under East Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7553rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 23 in Lewes.
Telscombe Cliffs Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 102 applications for 51 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 40 were first-preference applications.
Telscombe Cliffs Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 78% recommending the school (67 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Telscombe Cliffs Academy include ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Library, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Football, Cricket, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Art Club, Coding, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lewes, Telscombe Cliffs 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Telscombe Cliffs Way, Peacehaven, Lewes, BN10 7DE |
| Headteacher | Peter Ediss |
| Local Authority | East Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 565 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.9% |
| School Capacity | 565 / 690 (82% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7553rd of 13,686
Nationally
1075th of 2,034
In South East
13th of 23
In Lewes
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
61%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
67 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed51
102
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
40 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Telscombe Cliffs Academy
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Contact Information
Telscombe Cliffs Way, Peacehaven
Lewes, BN10 7DE
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