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Thornton Grove Academy

Marshfoot Lane, Hailsham, BN27 2PH

Academy sponsor led · Ages 3–11 · Mixed

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White House Academy

0.4 km away · Academy sponsor led

Good

Grovelands Community Primary School

1.55 km away · Academy converter

Good

Hawkes Farm Academy

1.7 km away · Academy sponsor led

Good

Hellingly Community Primary School

3.14 km away · Academy converter

Good

Park Mead Primary School

4.4 km away · Community school

Good

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About Thornton Grove Academy

Thornton Grove Academy is a primary school in Hailsham, East Sussex. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Marshfoot Lane, Hailsham, BN27 2PH | More schools in East Sussex

Ofsted inspection history

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Feb 2025 — Some aspects not as strong (predecessor: Phoenix Academy)
Jan 2022 — Good (predecessor: Burfield Academy)
Oct 2019 — Good (predecessor: Phoenix Academy)
May 2018 — Requires improvement (predecessor: Burfield Academy)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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