The Ropemakers' Academy Catchment Area
The Ropemakers' Academy is a free s special not applicable school in Hailsham, East Sussex , serving pupils aged 4–16, with 111 pupils, and a capacity of 80 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.
4–16
Age range
111
Pupils
80
Capacity
139%
Fill rate
Good
Ofsted 2023
The Ropemakers' Academy Catchment Area Information
The catchment area for The Ropemakers' Academy is set by East Sussex and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.
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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by East Sussex before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.
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- Full address
- Reef Way, Hailsham, BN27 1FB
- Local authority
- East Sussex
- School type
- Free schools special
- Phase of education
- Not applicable
- Age range
- 4–16 years
- Admissions policy
- Non-selective
- Free school meals
- 62.2% of pupils
- DfE URN
- 148035
Other Not applicable Schools in Hailsham
If The Ropemakers' Academy is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Hailsham are the next closest alternatives.
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Frequently Asked Questions — The Ropemakers' Academy
Is The Ropemakers' Academy oversubscribed? ▾
Yes — The Ropemakers' Academy currently has 111 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 80 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.
What is the admissions policy for The Ropemakers' Academy? ▾
Admission to The Ropemakers' Academy is managed by East Sussex. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.
What age range does The Ropemakers' Academy cover? ▾
The Ropemakers' Academy is a not applicable school in Hailsham, East Sussex, serving pupils aged 4–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.
What is the Ofsted rating for The Ropemakers' Academy? ▾
The Ropemakers' Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.