Best 3 Not applicable schools in Lewes – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of not applicable schools: Chailey Heritage School (Not applicable) in Lewes; Cuckmere House School (Not applicable) in Seaford; Bowden House School (Not applicable) in Seaford — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Chailey Heritage School, Cuckmere House School and Bowden House School. They are not applicable phase and non-maintained special school, academy special converter and community special school type located around Lewes, East Sussex and Seaford, East Sussex. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Chailey Heritage School), published Feb 2015. The lowest is 2 (Bowden House School), published Sep 2014. The most recent inspection on record is for Chailey Heritage School (Feb 2015). average roll around ≈ 50, combined total ≈ 200, typical FSM 50–55%, range 10–15%–65–70%; all within the The Sabden Multi Academy Trust trust.

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Attribute	Chailey Heritage School BN8 4EF	Cuckmere House School BN25 4BA	Bowden House School BN25 2JB
Phase / Type	Not applicable • Non-maintained special school	Not applicable • Academy special converter	Not applicable • Community special school
Location	Lewes East Sussex BN8 4EF	Seaford East Sussex BN25 4BA	Seaford East Sussex BN25 2JB
Latest Ofsted	1 11 Feb 2015	1 28 Nov 2012	2 10 Sep 2014
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 100 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 100 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 50 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	10–15% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	65–70% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	65–70% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	110	—	40
Capacity utilisation	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %	—	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Boys	Boys
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	East Sussex (845)	The Sabden Multi Academy Trust	Tower Hamlets (211)
Website	www.chf.org.uk	www.sabden.org.uk	bowdenhouse.school
Telephone	01825724444	01323691000	01323893138
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Chailey Heritage School

BN8 4EF

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Non-maintained special school
Location: Lewes
East Sussex
BN8 4EF
Ofsted: 1 11 Feb 2015
Pupils: ≈ 100 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 10–15% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: East Sussex (845)
Website: www.chf.org.uk
Telephone: 01825724444

Cuckmere House School

BN25 4BA

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Academy special converter
Location: Seaford
East Sussex
BN25 4BA
Ofsted: 1 28 Nov 2012
Pupils: ≈ 100 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 65–70% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: The Sabden Multi Academy Trust
Website: www.sabden.org.uk
Telephone: 01323691000

Bowden House School

BN25 2JB

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Community special school
Location: Seaford
East Sussex
BN25 2JB
Ofsted: 2 10 Sep 2014
Pupils: ≈ 50 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 65–70% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Tower Hamlets (211)
Website: bowdenhouse.school
Telephone: 01323893138

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.