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The South Downs School

The South Downs School, Eastbourne
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The South Downs School

Beechy Avenue, Eastbourne, BN20 8NU

A Outstanding-rated special school in Eastbourne where 0% of pupils met the expected standard at KS2.

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Pupils
178
Ages
4-11
FSM
35.9%
Capacity
160
Ofsted
Outstanding
Jun 2014

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading
0.0%
Writing
0.0%
Maths
0.0%
RWM Combined
0.0%

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About The South Downs School

The South Downs School is a primary school in Eastbourne, East Sussex. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Outstanding (2014 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 26 responses), 92% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 0% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 178 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Beechy Avenue, Eastbourne, BN20 8NU | More schools in East Sussex

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for The South Downs School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Nov 2024 — Standards maintained
  2. Jun 2014 — Outstanding (predecessor: The South Downs Community Special School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about The South Downs School

What is The South Downs School's Ofsted rating?
The South Downs School received a Outstanding rating from Ofsted following its 2014 inspection.
What do parents say about The South Downs School?
Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 26 responses): 92% of parents would recommend The South Downs School.
What are The South Downs School's latest exam results?
The South Downs School: KS2 2024/25: 0% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is The South Downs School located?
The South Downs School is a primary school in Eastbourne, East Sussex (BN20 8NU).
How many pupils attend The South Downs School?
The South Downs School has around 178 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare The South Downs School with other schools?
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