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Telscombe Cliffs Academy

Telscombe Cliffs Way, Telscombe Cliffs, Peacehaven, BN10 7DE

Academy sponsor led · Ages 2–11 · Mixed

Ofsted

Requires improvement

Jan 2025

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62% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (KS2, 2024/25).

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Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

69.0%

Writing

75.0%

Maths

70.0%

RWM Combined

62.0%

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Nearby primary schools

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Peacehaven Heights Academy

0.62 km away · Academy sponsor led

Good

Meridian Community Primary School and Nursery

1.33 km away · Community school

Good

Saltdean Primary School

2.25 km away · Community school

Good

St Margaret's CofE Primary School, Rottingdean

3.22 km away · Voluntary aided school

Good

Breakwater Academy

3.42 km away · Academy sponsor led

Good

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About Telscombe Cliffs Academy

Telscombe Cliffs Academy is a primary school in Peacehaven, East Sussex. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Requires improvement (2025 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 67 responses), 78% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 62% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 565 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Telscombe Cliffs Way, Peacehaven, BN10 7DE | More schools in East Sussex

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Telscombe Cliffs Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

There is no graded full inspection on the current URN yet; older predecessor records are shown below.

Sept 2021 — Requires improvement (predecessor: Telscombe Cliffs Primary School and Nursery)
Jul 2016 — Good (predecessor: Telscombe Cliffs Primary School and Nursery)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Telscombe Cliffs Academy

What is Telscombe Cliffs Academy's Ofsted rating?

Telscombe Cliffs Academy received a Requires improvement rating from Ofsted following its 2025 inspection.

What do parents say about Telscombe Cliffs Academy?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 67 responses): 78% of parents would recommend Telscombe Cliffs Academy.

What are Telscombe Cliffs Academy's latest exam results?

Telscombe Cliffs Academy: KS2 2024/25: 62% met expected standard in RWM. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is Telscombe Cliffs Academy located?

Telscombe Cliffs Academy is a primary school in Peacehaven, East Sussex (BN10 7DE).

How many pupils attend Telscombe Cliffs Academy?

Telscombe Cliffs Academy has around 565 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Telscombe Cliffs Academy with other schools?

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